Brazilian recipe
Easy homemade mayonnaise crust savoury pie (Empadão)
Discover how to make a delicious and convenient homemade savoury pie with a tender, crumbly mayonnaise-based pastry. A versatile filling, perfect for beginners.
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Ingredients
1 kg all-purpose flour
500 ml mayonnaise
Filling of your choice (e.g., shredded chicken, minced meat, or vegetables)
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for glazing)
500 ml mayonnaise
Filling of your choice (e.g., shredded chicken, minced meat, or vegetables)
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for glazing)
Where to find ingredients
You can find all-purpose flour and vegetable oil in the baking aisle of any local supermarket. Mayonnaise is readily available in the condiment section. For fillings, visit your local butcher for fresh cuts or your local vegetable market for seasonal produce.
Preparation method
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise with the flour.
- Gradually incorporate the remaining flour, mixing with your hands until a homogeneous dough forms that does not stick to your fingers.
- The dough should have a light, slightly crumbly texture.
- Line a baking tin with half of the prepared dough, covering the bottom and sides thoroughly.
- Add your chosen filling over the pastry base.
- Cover the filling with the remaining dough, spreading it out evenly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and the oil.
- Brush this mixture over the entire surface of the pie.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown and the pastry is fully cooked through.
Observations
The Brazilian homemade mayonnaise savoury pie, known as empadão, is a comfort food classic loved for its simplicity and melt-in-the-mouth quality. The secret lies in the mayonnaise-based dough, which offers an incredibly tender texture and is remarkably quick to prepare.
Whether you are preparing a quick lunch, a hearty dinner, or a substantial snack, this pie offers total freedom in your choice of filling. You can easily adapt it to your taste, whether using shredded chicken, minced beef, vegetables, or a blend of your favourites. Its ease of assembly makes it a fantastic staple for your daily cooking routine.
Whether you are preparing a quick lunch, a hearty dinner, or a substantial snack, this pie offers total freedom in your choice of filling. You can easily adapt it to your taste, whether using shredded chicken, minced beef, vegetables, or a blend of your favourites. Its ease of assembly makes it a fantastic staple for your daily cooking routine.
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