- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 350 kcal
Quick summary
“Pastel in the Air Fryer is a quick and healthy recipe, perfect for those who want pastéis without needing much fat. It is practical and delicious, without leaving aside the quality of the ingredients.”
What you need to know
- Air Fryer makes preparation in less time and with less fat, resulting in delicious and healthy pastéis.
- Easy-to-follow recipe, with ingredients that are easily found in most homes.
- Makes it possible to create different shapes of pastéis, such as circles or squares.
Ingredients
Main
- 500g of pastel dough
- 300g cooked ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 coffee spoon of salt
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 egg yolk for brushing
Instructions
Principal
- Em uma panela, aqueça o azeite e refogue a cebola até dourar.
- Add the ground beef, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until the meat is well browned.
- Let the mixture cool slightly before filling the pastry dough.
- Roll out the pastry dough and cut into circles or squares, depending on the desired shape.
- Place a spoonful of the meat mixture on each piece of dough.
- Seal the pastries well, pressing the edges with a fork.
- Brush the egg yolk on top of the pastéis so they turn golden when cooking.
- Preaqueça a air fryer a 200°C por 5 minutos.
- Place the pastries in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not overlap.
- Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they are well golden.
- Remove and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Chef's tips
- For a more intense flavor, add more black pepper.
- For a redder color, remove the yolk before brushing the pastéis.
- For more uniform cooking, use a pastry mold in the desired size.
Variations
- For a saltier version, add more salt to the meat mixture.
- For a juicier version, add a little tomato sauce to the meat mixture.
- For a more vegetarian version, replace the ground beef with cooked vegetables.
Substitutions
- Replace the onion with sun-dried tomato for those who don't like onion.
- Replace the egg yolk with a little apple cider vinegar to give a more acidic touch.
- Replace ground beef with skinless chicken meat for a lighter version.
How to store
The pastéis can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. After preparation, let it cool and brush with egg yolk before placing in the air fryer.
Can it be frozen?
Can be frozen. After preparation, let it cool and brush with egg yolk before placing in the air fryer.
What to serve with
Pastries can be served with tomato and onion sauce, or accompanied by green leaf salad and grilled chicken.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a traditional pastel and an air fryer pastel?
The main difference is the preparation and cooking time, being faster and with less fat in an air fryer pastel.
What is the ideal meat-to-dough ratio for pastel?
The ideal proportion is 300g of meat for every 500g of pasta.
Can more egg yolk be added to give a touch of color to the pastry?
Yes, you can add more egg yolk, but this may increase the flavor of the pastel.
How to cook pastéis without using an air fryer?
It can be cooked in a skillet or pan, but it will be necessary to use more fat and the cooking time will be longer.
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