Brazilian recipe
Classic Savory Pie Crust (Massa de Empadão)
A classic, soft, and buttery pastry dough that is perfect for making delicious savory pies.
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Ingredients
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoons creamy vegetable shortening
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pinch of salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons creamy vegetable shortening
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pinch of salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients can be found in the baking or produce aisles of standard grocery stores and supermarkets.
Preparation
- Combine the egg yolks
- the vegetable shortening
- the olive oil and the salt in a mixing bowl
- Mix the ingredients carefully
- Add the all-purpose flour gradually
- Knead with your hands until the mixture becomes uniform
- Continue kneading gently until the dough is smooth and pulls away cleanly from your hands
Notes
This recipe produces a flaky and tender base that is excellent for holding a variety of fillings. The secret to success is mixing the ingredients well until you achieve a malleable and smooth consistency, which makes the dough very easy to handle.
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