Empada

Empada is a delicious Brazilian pastry that features a flaky crust filled with a savory mixture, making it a perfect snack. This kosher version incorporates a delightful chicken filling, seasoned to perfection.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Unsalted margarine - 100 grams
• Cold water - 50 ml
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cooked chicken, shredded - 150 grams
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 small
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chopped parsley - 2 tablespoons
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/4 teaspoon
• Egg (for egg wash) - 1

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
3. Add the cold margarine and mix with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Gradually add cold water, mixing until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
6. Add the shredded chicken, parsley, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
7. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 3mm thickness.
8. Cut out circles of dough to line small tart molds. Fill with the chicken mixture.
9. Cut smaller circles for the tops and place them over the filling, sealing the edges by pressing with a fork.
10. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
12. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of protein from chicken.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil.

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