Brazilian recipe
Creamy Bacon and Sweetcorn Pastel Filling (Recheio de pastel de bacon e milho)
Upgrade your pastry snacks with this irresistible filling featuring crispy bacon and sweetcorn, bound together by rich, creamy requeijão.
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Ingredients
200g bacon, diced
1 can sweetcorn, drained
1 small onion, finely chopped
150g requeijão
Black pepper, to taste
1 can sweetcorn, drained
1 small onion, finely chopped
150g requeijão
Black pepper, to taste
Where to find ingredients
Bacon and onions can be sourced from any local butcher or grocery store produce section. Canned sweetcorn is found in the pantry aisles of supermarkets like Pick n Pay or OK. Requeijão is a specific Brazilian-style creamy cheese spread; if unavailable, a thick cream cheese or a spreadable processed cheese can be used as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Fry the diced bacon in a pan until it turns golden and crispy.
- Remove the bacon from the pan, set it aside, and drain off the excess fat.
- In the same pan, sauté the chopped onion briefly until translucent.
- Add the drained sweetcorn to the pan with the onion and stir well.
- Fold the creamy requeijão into the corn and onion mixture.
- Return the cooked bacon to the pan.
- Stir all the ingredients together until you achieve a thick, uniform consistency.
- Allow the filling to cool completely before using it to assemble your pastéis.
Observations
This pastel filling strikes the perfect balance between the saltiness of crispy bacon, the natural sweetness of corn, and the velvet texture of requeijão. It is a practical and flavorsome option to switch up your snack routine, bringing a classic Brazilian savory profile to your table.
The preparation process is straightforward and quick, making it a versatile choice for any home cook. This mixture works perfectly for both deep-fried and oven-baked pastries, consistently delivering a satisfying result.
The preparation process is straightforward and quick, making it a versatile choice for any home cook. This mixture works perfectly for both deep-fried and oven-baked pastries, consistently delivering a satisfying result.
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