Brazilian recipe
Shrimp and Cream Cheese Pastry Filling (Recheio de pastel de camarão com catupiry)
A creamy and flavorful shrimp filling perfect for crispy pastries, combining succulent seafood with a smooth, rich texture.
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Ingredients
chopped parsley, to garnish
200g of requeijão cremoso, to provide a creamy texture
1 tablespoon of olive oil, for sautéing
salt to taste, for seasoning
1 onion, chopped, for flavor and aroma
400g of cleaned shrimp, cooked or sautéed, firm and delicate
2 cloves of garlic, minced, to enhance flavor
black pepper to taste, for a hint of spice
200g of requeijão cremoso, to provide a creamy texture
1 tablespoon of olive oil, for sautéing
salt to taste, for seasoning
1 onion, chopped, for flavor and aroma
400g of cleaned shrimp, cooked or sautéed, firm and delicate
2 cloves of garlic, minced, to enhance flavor
black pepper to taste, for a hint of spice
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh shrimp, onions, garlic, and parsley at local produce markets or supermarkets. Requeijão cremoso is a unique Brazilian dairy product; as a substitute, you may use a high-quality cream cheese or a thick, spreadable processed cheese, though the texture and salt profile may differ slightly from the original.
Preparation method
- Heat the olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion until translucent.
- Add the garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add the shrimp and cook quickly, stirring constantly.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the requeijão cremoso until a homogeneous mixture is formed.
- Finish by adding the chopped parsley and stirring gently.
- Allow the filling to cool completely before using it to fill the pastries.
Observations
This shrimp and cream cheese pastry filling is a traditional Brazilian culinary staple, beloved for its perfect balance of practicality and rich flavor. Using key ingredients like cleaned shrimp, creamy requeijão, onion, garlic, and savory seasonings, this recipe produces a velvety, aromatic filling that is simple to prepare. It is an excellent choice for gatherings, snacks, or quick meals, pairing beautifully with crispy pastry dough to ensure an irresistible result.
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