Pastel en Airfryer

Crispy Brazilian pastel made healthy in the air fryer — no deep frying needed! Golden, flaky pastry filled with seasoned ground beef and cheese. A beloved Brazilian street food.

• 12 pastel wrappers (egg roll wrappers work too)
• 1/2 lb ground beef seasoned
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
• 1 egg for sealing
• Cooking spray
• Salt, pepper, garlic, onion for seasoning

1. Cook ground beef with onion, garlic, salt and pepper until browned.
2. Place a spoonful of beef and cheese on each wrapper.
3. Brush edges with beaten egg.
4. Fold and press edges with a fork to seal tightly.
5. Spray both sides lightly with cooking spray.
6. Place in air fryer in single layer (don't stack).
7. Cook at 390°F for 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy.
8. Serve with hot sauce or lime.