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Chayo (cheese tart)

Chayo is a flaky tart filled with melting cheese and golden with butter. It's a indulgent treat, served as an afternoon snack or as a side dish during festive meals.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

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Instructions

  1. Mix the flour and salt, then work in the cold butter pieces until the texture is sandy.
  2. Gradually add the lukewarm water and knead quickly until you have a smooth dough.
  3. Let the dough rest for 20 minutes in the fridge, covered.
  4. Preheat the oven to 190 °C.
  5. Roll the dough into a thin disc, then place the cheese, cut into pieces, in the centre.
  6. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to form a closed tart.
  7. Place it on a baking tray, brush it with beaten egg, then with melted butter.
  8. Bake for 25 minutes, until golden, and serve warm.

Variations and tips

Spiced version. Add a pinch of chili powder to the cheese before closing the tart.

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