Pastel de Queijo

Name: Pastel de Queijo
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1/2 cup warm water (more may be needed); 1 tablespoon cachaça or vodka (optional, helps make the dough crispier); 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (traditional uses a mild white cheese like queijo Minas); Optionally, add a pinch of oregano to the cheese for extra flavor; Vegetable oil for deep frying

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Pastel de Queijo is a beloved Brazilian snack, essentially a crispy, deep-fried pastry filled with cheese. These pastries are a staple at street fairs and markets in Brazil, offering a delightful...

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup warm water (more may be needed)
1 tablespoon cachaça or vodka (optional, helps make the dough crispier)
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (traditional uses a mild white cheese like queijo Minas)
Optionally, add a pinch of oregano to the cheese for extra flavor
Vegetable oil for deep frying