Empanadas
Empanadas are a delightful culinary treasure, perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. These golden pockets are filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, onions, and spices, wrapped in a flaky crust that promises to impress even the most discerning palates. Whether served as appetizers or a main dish, these empanadas will create unforgettable memories and tantalize your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup ice-cold water
- 1 cup ground beef (or chicken)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Create the dough: Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Blend in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice-cold water until dough forms.
- Chill the dough: Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare filling: Sauté onions in a skillet until translucent; add garlic and meat, cooking until browned. Season with spices.
- Roll out dough: On a floured surface, roll chilled dough to 1/8 inch thick; cut into circles (4-5 inches).
- Fill and seal: Place filling on one half of each circle; fold over and crimp edges with a fork.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush empanadas with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (85g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 31mg