Always half fat to flour i.e: 8 ounces flour and 4 ounces of fat.
The traditional ratio of fat to flour for suet pastry is typically 1:2, meaning one part suet to two parts flour. This ratio helps achieve a rich, tender pastry that holds its shape well during baking. Adjustments can be made based on personal preference or specific recipes, but this classic ratio provides a solid foundation for suet pastry.
In shortcrust pastry, the typical ratio of fat to flour is about 1:2, meaning for every part of fat, there are two parts of flour. In contrast, pâte sucrée, which is a sweet pastry, often has a higher fat content, with a common ratio of 1:1.5 or even 1:1, resulting in a richer and sweeter dough. This difference in fat content contributes to the texture and flavor variations between the two types of pastry.
Filo pastry is relatively low in fat compared to other types of pastry, as it is made primarily from flour and water, with a small amount of oil or melted butter brushed between the layers. Typically, commercial filo pastry contains about 1-2 grams of fat per serving, depending on the brand and preparation method. However, the total fat content can increase significantly depending on the fillings and any additional fats used in cooking. Always check the nutritional label for specific information.
The proportion of fat to flour depends largely on the type of pastry dough you are talking about, and what your fat source is. For pie crust dough, I've seen the ideal ratio described as 1 part fat to 2 parts flour. However, that ratio applies just to the ratio of one ingredient to another, not to the ultimate percentage of fat involved. Butter and shortening, for example, are not equivalent, and don't have the same fat content: shortening is 100% fat, whereas butter is around 80% fat (and the fat content can vary by brand). If you were referring to actual pastry dough, the percentage of fat to flour is going to differ more greatly. A popover dough for example, is going to contain a lot less butter than a pastry based on a puff pastry dough, croissants, for example.
67% fat / Fat to 500g flour is 330g
To obtain a flaky pastry. The hard fat (butter or lard) does not melt into the flour but creates many layers of fat separated by flour. These layers become flakes when the pastry is baked.
The ratio differs from recipe to recipe.
Well, darling, the classic ratio for puff pastry is 1:1, meaning equal parts fat to flour. So, if you're feeling fancy and want those layers to flake like nobody's business, stick to that golden ratio and you'll be on your way to pastry perfection.
Recipes will vary depending on the type of pastry or bread your making but the are the basic ingredients, Short crust pastry is Flour, Fat a little salt and water. Bread dough is Flour, Fat, Yeast, a little sugar (to activate the yeast) salt and water.
hai iam haroon, The difference is in the apply of fat on the flour. In puff pastry the fat is spread on the rolled dough, where as in shortcrust the fat and flour is mix into sandy like texture using finger tips or icing spatcula.
If the fat used in the pastry melts then it takes longer and everything is warmer and the fat picks up more flour grains than it should this means the flour is unable to absorb enough water and the pastry will crumble and be difficult to roll out. :)