Brazilian recipe
Heart of Palm Pie with Shortcrust Pastry (Torta de palmito com massa podre)
A traditional Brazilian savory pie featuring a delicate, crumbly pastry crust and a rich, creamy heart of palm filling.
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Ingredients
300 g culinary margarine or lard
500 g all-purpose flour
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 egg
Salt to taste
1 jar of hearts of palm
1 1/2 cups milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 grated onion
Nutmeg to taste
Pepper to taste
500 g all-purpose flour
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 egg
Salt to taste
1 jar of hearts of palm
1 1/2 cups milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 grated onion
Nutmeg to taste
Pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Hearts of palm can be found in the imported goods section of supermarkets. As a substitute for hearts of palm, artichoke hearts can be used, though the flavor will differ. Culinary margarine is available in the baking aisle.
Preparation method
- Prepare the dough by mixing the margarine (or lard), flour, lemon juice, egg, and salt until it forms a coarse crumble
- Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before using
- Prepare the filling: in a saucepan, make a white sauce with the milk and 3 tablespoons of flour, previously dissolved in a little cold milk to prevent lumps
- Add the grated onion and 1/2 jar of heart of palm, blended with 1/2 cup of milk
- Cook the white sauce over low heat, stirring constantly, until it slightly thickens
- Season the sauce with salt, nutmeg, and pepper to taste
- Add the remaining chopped hearts of palm to the sauce and mix well
- Line a baking tin with the dough, pressing it down with your hands to cover the bottom and sides
- Pour the heart of palm filling over the dough
- Cover the pie with the remaining dough, shaping it as desired
- Bake in a preheated high-temperature oven for approximately 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling
Observations
This heart of palm pie with shortcrust pastry is a classic in Brazilian cuisine, perfect for those seeking a comforting and flavorful savory dish. The 'massa podre', renowned for its delicate, melt-in-the-mouth texture, contrasts beautifully with the creamy, well-seasoned heart of palm filling. It is a versatile choice, ideal as a main course for a light lunch, an appetizer for a special dinner, or even a sophisticated snack.
Preparing the pastry requires careful attention to achieve the right consistency, but the result is well worth the effort. The filling is straightforward to make and enhances the mild, distinct taste of the heart of palm. Serve warm and enjoy this homemade delicacy.
Preparing the pastry requires careful attention to achieve the right consistency, but the result is well worth the effort. The filling is straightforward to make and enhances the mild, distinct taste of the heart of palm. Serve warm and enjoy this homemade delicacy.
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