Massa para Empadão de Frango

Cooking a delicious empanada starts with the right dough recipe. Here's how you can prepare perfect masa for your empadão de frango (chicken empanada).

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon of salt
• 3/4 cup of lard or vegetable oil
• 1 cup of ice water

To start, mix the flour and salt in a large bowl. Cut the fat (lard or oil) into small pieces and add it to the dry ingredients.

Steps:

1. Knead the dough thoroughly until it forms a smooth ball.
2. Flatten the dough and cut it into circles using a glass or a cutter of your choice.
3. Wrap the masa in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before use. This allows the dough to relax, making it easier to handle when you're preparing the empanada.

With this recipe, you'll have the perfect base for a tasty empadão de frango! Enjoy cooking and savoring your homemade dish.