Pastel is one of the main Brazilian foods. It is well known for being the main dish at fairs, with huge sizes and plenty of filling. But this delicious snack can also be made at home! The dough is very simple and the filling can be whatever you want: cheese, ham, tomatoes, ricotta or dulce de leche. The idea is to use and abuse creativity. Follow the text and learn how to prepare it!
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Ingredients
The first step is to mix all the ingredients in a bowl, mix well with a spoon. When the dough is already very hard, it's time to use your hands. Separate a smooth, floured surface and knead well with your hands. When it's very soft, wrap it in cling film and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
After resting, transfer the dough to a smooth, floured surface. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough very thin and cut it into discs. Stuff to taste and fry the pastries! It's delicious!
Pastel is delicious, isn't it? After learning how to prepare this one, then, it got even better. It is believed that pastel arrived in Brazil during the second war, when Japanese immigrants popularized it here.
At first, it was something well hidden, as they sought to disguise their origin and escape prejudice, as Japan had fought on the side of the Axis. But in the end it worked and the pastry gained the taste of Brazilians.
Today, they are sales leaders at fairs, with the composition of various fillings. Wassup did you feel like it? How about preparing your own pastel at home today?
