Beef Empanadas
These delicious beef empanadas are a popular snack in many Latin American countries. They are filled with a savory beef mixture and baked until golden brown.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Egg - 1, beaten
- Empanada dough - 1 package
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1, finely chopped
- Ground beef - 1 pound
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink.
- Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Roll out the empanada dough and cut out round disc shapes for empanadas.
- Spoon the beef mixture onto one half of each dough circle.
- Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together to seal.
- Place the empanadas on a baking sheet and brush with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Snack
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 2g
