Delicious Empanadas Recipe
Experience the delightful crunch of golden, flaky empanadas filled with savory goodness! Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this easy recipe allows you to customize the fillings to suit your taste. With a crispy crust and mouthwatering aroma, these empanadas are sure to impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican/Latin American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup ice-cold water
- 1/2 lb ground meat (beef or chicken)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Rub in cold butter until crumbly. Add egg and ice-cold water gradually until dough forms.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Filling: Sauté onions and bell peppers in a skillet over medium heat until softened. Add ground meat, spices, salt, and pepper; cook until browned.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into circles (4-5 inches in diameter).
- Fill and Fold Empanadas: Place a spoonful of filling on one half of each circle. Fold over and pinch edges to seal.
- Bake or Fry: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush tops with egg wash if baking. Alternatively, fry in hot oil until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg