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Pastel Mandi´o

Cultural Context

Pastel Mandi´o is a traditional Paraguayan dish, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. This savory pastry features a corn-based dough filled with seasoned meat and cheese, reflecting the country's agricultural heritage. It's a beloved comfort food, showcasing the fusion of indigenous and European culinary influences. Today, variations exist, with different fillings and preparation methods, but the essence of Pastel Mandi´o remains a cherished part of Paraguayan culture.

ParaguayanPYmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 kilo mandioca
1 cucharada grasa o manteca
1 yema de huevo
100 gramos harina de maíz
500 gramos carne molida
media taza agua
1 cebolla
3 dientes de ajo
huevos (cantidad al gusto)
perejil (cantidad al gusto)

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat and adds healthy fats.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

meat

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu is lower in fat, while canned beans are a budget-friendly protein.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: no pepper

White pepper can be a milder alternative.

1

Hervir 1 kilo de mandioca hasta que esté tierna y blanda.

2

Hacer puré con la mandioca hervida.

3

Agregar 1 cucharada de grasa o manteca al puré.

4

Añadir 1 yema de huevo y 100 gramos de harina de maíz al puré y mezclar para formar una masa.

5

Formar un bolillo con la masa y refrigerar por media hora.

6

Preparar el relleno: hervir 500 gramos de carne molida con condimentos al gusto.

7

Sofreír 1 cebolla y 3 dientes de ajo en una sartén.

8

Agregar media taza de agua a la mezcla de cebolla y ajo.

9

Una vez tierna la mezcla, añadir la carne molida casi lista.

10

Incorporar huevos y perejil al gusto al relleno.

11

Cortar y estirar la masa con la ayuda de harina de maíz para evitar que se pegue.

12

Cargar el relleno en la masa y formar empanadas.

13

Cocinar las empanadas al horno o en la freidora de aire a 200 grados por 20 minutos.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingsautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

freidora de aireollasartén

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Mandi´o PastryMandi´o Pie

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