Fried Empanadas
Crispy, golden, and bursting with savory goodness, these homemade Fried Empanadas are the ultimate comfort food. Featuring a flaky, buttery pastry filled with a flavorful mix of spiced ground beef, sautéed vegetables, briny green olives, and a touch of sweetness from raisins, this recipe perfectly balances rich and bold flavors in every bite. The dough, enriched with a splash of vinegar for extra tenderness, envelopes the filling before being fried to perfection, creating a satisfying crunch. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main dish, these empanadas are versatile, crowd-pleasing, and easier to make than you’d expect. For a truly irresistible treat, serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce and watch them disappear! Targeting keywords like "homemade empanadas," "crispy fried empanadas," and "savory empanada recipe," this dish is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup cold water
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 small, finely chopped bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.5 cup, chopped green olives
- 0.25 cup raisins
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups (for frying) vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix 3 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt.
Cut 0.75 cup of unsalted butter into small cubes and add to the flour. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, beat 1 egg, then mix in 0.5 cup of cold water and 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Gradually add this to the flour mixture, mixing with a fork until it forms a dough.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for a few minutes, then wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
To make the filling, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 small finely chopped bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are soft.
Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon.
Stir in 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 0.5 cup of chopped green olives, 0.25 cup of raisins, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove the filling from the heat and let it cool.
Roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thickness on a floured surface and cut into 5-inch circles.
Place about 2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each dough circle.
Fold the dough over to enclose the filling, pressing the edges to seal. Crimp the edges with a fork.
In a large saucepan or deep skillet, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place the empanadas in the hot oil, a few at a time. Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Remove the empanadas with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serve the empanadas warm, and enjoy the crispy, flavorful treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7306 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 630.2 g | 808% | |
| Saturated Fat | 144.8 g | 724% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 273.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 727 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 4807 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.0 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.1 g | ||
| Protein | 120.7 g | 241% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 372 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 31.7 mg | 176% | |
| Potassium | 2703 mg | 58% | |
*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.
