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Pastel de Camarão Crocante

Brazilian crispy shrimp pastel with paper-thin pastry shells and savory seafood filling. Golden-fried pockets of deliciousness trending on social media.

55 minMediumServes 12180 cal/serving

BrazilianAppetizerStovetopStandard

Ingredients

  • 24 wonton wrappers
  • 8 oz fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined, chopped
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 green onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, mix 8 oz peeled, deveined, chopped fresh shrimp, 4 oz softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 2 finely chopped green onion, 1 clove minced garlic, 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh), 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.

  2. 2

    Place a 24 wonton wrappers on a clean work surface with one corner pointing toward you, arranged in a diamond shape.

  3. 3

    Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each wrapper. Dip your finger in 1/4 cup water and wet the edges of the wrapper.

  4. 4

    Fold the wrapper in half diagonally to form a triangle, pressing edges firmly to seal.

  5. 5

    Fold the left and right corners toward the center and press to seal, creating a small envelope shape.

  6. 6

    Heat 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying) in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F. Test with a small piece of wrapper; it should sizzle immediately.

  7. 7

    Working in batches of 4-5, carefully place pastels into the hot oil. Fry 2-3 minutes, turning once, until they are golden brown and crispy.

  8. 8

    Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Questions

Can I make Pastel de Camarão Crocante dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (4 oz cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free appetizer collection instead.

Can I make Pastel de Camarão Crocante gluten-free?

Not cleanly. 24 wonton wrappers has no substitute that behaves the same way in this dish. If you need strictly gluten-free, start from the gluten-free appetizer collection instead.

How long does Pastel de Camarão Crocante keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within two days (seafood turns fast). Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Pastel de Camarão Crocante?

Yes. As written it serves 12. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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