Classic Empanadas
Discover the irresistible charm of **Classic Empanadas**, a savory pastry recipe that combines a buttery, flaky homemade dough with a hearty and flavorful ground beef filling. Infused with aromatic spices like paprika, cumin, and oregano, and enhanced with the rich textures of chopped hard-boiled eggs and briny green olives, these empanadas are a perfect balance of comfort and sophistication. With just 45 minutes of prep and a quick bake, this crowd-pleasing dish is ideal for anything from appetizers to on-the-go snacks. Serve warm, and watch as these golden, hand-held delights steal the spotlight at any gathering. Perfect for meal prep, parties, or a taste of Latin-inspired cooking at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 0.33 cup cold water
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 large hard-boiled eggs
- 0.5 cup green olives
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
Begin by preparing the dough: In a large bowl, mix together 3 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt.
Cut in 1/2 cup of unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, 1/3 cup of cold water, and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar.
Add the wet ingredients into the flour mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
For the filling, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Chop 1 medium yellow onion and add it to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.
Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned.
Stir in 1 teaspoon each of paprika, cumin, and dried oregano. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Season the beef mixture with salt and pepper to taste, then remove it from heat and let it cool.
Chop 2 large hard-boiled eggs and 1/2 cup of green olives, and mix them into the cooled beef filling.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness and cut out 5-inch circles using a round cutter.
Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each circle of dough.
Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
Place the empanadas on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon of milk to make an egg wash.
Brush the tops of the empanadas with the egg wash.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Allow the empanadas to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3574 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.5 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.4 g | 382% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1296 mg | 432% | |
| Sodium | 5011 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 294.3 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 135.4 g | 271% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 436 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 32.4 mg | 180% | |
| Potassium | 2057 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
