Pastel de Camarão Crocante

Name: Pastel de Camarão Crocante
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
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

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

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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

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

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

Fold the wrapper in half diagonally to form a triangle, pressing edges firmly to seal.
5

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

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

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

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Pastel de Camarão Crocante?

For Pastel de Camarão Crocante, the frying oil is held at 350 F (about 175 C) in step 6. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

What should Pastel de Camarão Crocante look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 7: cook until they are golden brown and crispy.

Can I use frozen shrimp instead of shrimp in Pastel de Camarão Crocante?

Yes; most shrimp sold as fresh were frozen once already. Thaw them under cold running water for about ten minutes and pat them very dry so they sear instead of steaming. As written, the entry for Pastel de Camarão Crocante uses 8 oz fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined, chopped.

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.

Does Pastel de Camarão Crocante contain shellfish?

Yes: 8 oz fresh shrimp, peeled, deveined, chopped. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and shellfish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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