I had almost forgotten about this until I came across Nandini’s post a few months ago as it’s been a while I last attended any wedding in Goa. During my visit to Mumbai, whilst having a casual conversation, rather more of a food discussion with my Mum-in-law, I learnt that she’s made this several times for parties etc. It actually is a pretty simple, delicious and quick appetizer to assemble.
ALTERNATIVES FOR CANAPE BASKETS
It is much easier if you have ready-made canapé baskets. But if you don’t have them you can still make some forminhas either by making the canapes from scratch, if you have mini tart molds. Or else you can even stuff this mixture in either of these,
Baked wonton cups Commercially available mini fillo shells Or spread it over crackers/toasts, basically anything that is nice and crispy.
The possibilities for the filling are endless too! So without further ado, let me share my Mum-in-law’s version for now!
LOOKING FOR MORE GOAN SNACKS LIKE THESE FORMINHAS, THEN YOU MAY ALSO ENJOY THESE
Prawn potato chops Egg chops Fish Cutlets Stuffed squids with recheado masala
INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE GOAN FORMINHAS
1.Add all the cubed veggies and fruits in a bowl. Add mayo depending on how creamy you like it. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
2.You can let the mixture refrigerate and then fill the canapés before serving.
NOTE 1.For a non veg version, you can all add, boiled egg, fish , shrimps or meat to the above mixture.
HOW TO MAKE FORMINHAS?
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