Classic Brazilian Pastel De Feira
A crispy, deep-fried thin crust pastry filled with savory ingredients, traditionally found at Brazilian street markets.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Warm water
- 1 tablespoon Cachaça (or white vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil (for dough)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Green olives, chopped
- 2 units Hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 quart Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, sliced
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Create a well and add warm water, cachaça, and 1 tablespoon of oil.
- 2
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic and rest for 30 minutes.
- 3
While dough rests, brown the ground beef in a skillet with onions and garlic until fully cooked.
- 4
Stir in olives, green onions, and chopped hard-boiled eggs into the beef mixture; season with salt and pepper, then let cool completely.
- 5
Roll out the dough very thin (about 1/16 inch) using a rolling pin or pasta machine, then cut into rectangles.
- 6
Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each rectangle, fold over, and seal the edges tightly with a fork.
- 7
Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (180°C) and fry the pastéis until golden brown and bubbly on both sides.
- 8
Drain on paper towels and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Nutrition per Serving
420
Calories
18g
Protein
38g
Carbs
22g
Fat
2g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
480mg
Sodium
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