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Empanadas Recipe

Pinklady
Empanadas are a delightful, savory pastry that has traveled through time and across continents to become a beloved dish in many cultures. Originating from Spain and Portugal, the word "empanada" comes from the Spanish verb "empanar," which means "to wrap in bread."
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Spanish
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients
  

Dough:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 egg3/4 cup cold water

Filling:

  • 1 lb ground beef or chicken
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup green olives, chopped
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the dough.In a large mixing basin, add flour and salt.Add the cold butter and stir until it resembles coarse crumbs.In a small bowl, whisk the egg and add it to the flour mixture.
  • Gradually add the cold water and stir until a dough forms.Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until it's smooth.
  • Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • Make the filling.Cook the ground beef or chicken in a pan over medium heat until it is browned.
  • Drain any extra fat.Cook the onions, garlic, and red bell pepper in the skillet until softened.
  • Combine the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.Combine the green olives, raisins (if using), and hard-boiled eggs.Remove from heat and add the fresh parsley. Let the filling cool.
  • Prepare the Empanadas: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190° C).On a floured surface, roll the dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
  • Cut circles with a round cutter or a small bowl.Put a spoonful of filling in the center of each dough circle.
  • Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, sealing the sides with a fork.
  • Arrange the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Step 4: Bake the empanadas. Brush the empanadas with beaten egg to make them golden.Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.

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