Brazilian recipe
Creamy heart of palm and shrimp filling for pastéis (Recheio de palmito com camarão)
Learn how to make a creamy heart of palm and shrimp filling, a sophisticated and velvet-textured choice for your savory pastries.
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Ingredients
Chopped fresh parsley to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
100g fresh or UHT heavy cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
250g heart of palm, chopped into small pieces
Black pepper to taste
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
200ml whole milk
300g cleaned shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cloves garlic, minced
100g fresh or UHT heavy cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
250g heart of palm, chopped into small pieces
Black pepper to taste
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
200ml whole milk
300g cleaned shrimp, peeled and deveined
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh shrimp, heart of palm (often sold in jars), and common dairy products at local supermarkets, specialized greengrocers, or seafood markets. As a substitute, if heart of palm is unavailable, you can use canned artichoke hearts, though the flavor profile will change.
Preparation method
- In a pan, sauté the onion and garlic in butter until they are translucent.
- Add the shrimp and cook for a few minutes until they change color and turn pink.
- Add the chopped heart of palm and mix well.
- Sprinkle the flour over the ingredients in the pan and stir until incorporated.
- Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps, until you obtain a homogeneous cream.
- Incorporate the heavy cream and continue stirring until it becomes very creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the filling thickens.
- Remove from heat, add the chopped parsley, and mix well.
- Let the filling cool completely before using it to fill the pastéis.
Observations
This classic filling combines tender heart of palm with succulent shrimp, creating a flavorful cream with a velvety texture. Ideal for filling pastéis, whether fried or baked, it offers a sophisticated taste and a creamy consistency that pleases a variety of palates. The preparation is quick and practical, ensuring a perfect filling for your homemade savory snacks. The combination of ingredients results in a cream that unites the delicate flavor of the heart of palm with the freshness of the shrimp, creating a delicious option for any occasion.
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