Savory Empanadas
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade empanadas! With a flaky, buttery crust and a savory filling of ground meat and vibrant vegetables, these handheld treats promise to elevate any meal or gathering. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, each bite is a flavorful journey that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 empanadas 1x
- Category: Snack
- 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 warm water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup ground beef or chicken (lean)
- 1/2 cup onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add warm water, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Knead gently, then chill for at least 30 minutes.
- For the filling, sauté onions over medium heat until translucent. Add ground meat and cook thoroughly while breaking it apart.
- Stir in bell peppers and spices; cook until fragrant. Allow to cool slightly.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface and cut into circles using a round cutter.
- Place about one tablespoon of filling in each circle, fold over, and crimp edges securely.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange empanadas on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush with an egg wash.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (70g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg