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About the recipe
Empadas de galinha are part of the Portuguese savoury repertoire, with delicate pastry and a well-seasoned filling.
They are great for a snack, party or starter, served warm.
Ingredients
- Pastry dough
- 400 g cooked and shredded hen or chicken
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 200 ml cooking broth
- 1 tablespoon of flour
- 2 egg yolks
- Chopped parsley
- Olive oil, salt and pepper
Method
- Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil.
- Add shredded chicken and broth.
- Thicken with flour and cook until creamy.
- Finish with parsley and let it cool.
- Line moulds with dough, fill and cover.
- Brush with egg yolk and bake until golden.
Tips from Empório Portugal
- Cold filling prevents the dough from softening.
- Homemade broth adds flavour to the cream.
- Do not overfill the moulds.
Possible substitutions in Brazil
- Free-range chicken can replace hen.
- Buttery Brazilian pie dough can be used.
Pairing
Black tea, sparkling wine or lemonade. Content intended for people over 18 years of age. Drink in moderation.
Regional and family variations can alter ingredients, quantities and preparation.
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