Mexican Pie Crust
Give your pies and empanadas a bold, flavorful twist with this easy-to-make Mexican Pie Crust recipe! Featuring a unique blend of all-purpose flour and cornmeal, this crust boasts a delightfully crumbly texture with a hint of crunch. Infused with chili powder and a touch of sea salt, it delivers a subtle, smoky spice that perfectly complements savory fillings. The secret to its rich, buttery taste lies in using cold, cubed unsalted butter, ensuring a tender and flaky finish. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this dough is simple to shape and versatile for any Mexican-inspired dish. Whether you're crafting a hearty taco pie or zesty empanadas, this crust will elevate your recipe with authentic flair and irresistible depth of flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Cornmeal
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 6 tablespoons Cold water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, chili powder, and sea salt.
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, tossing the mixture with a fork until the dough begins to come together. You may not need to use all six tablespoons of water.
Gather the dough into a ball and gently knead it a few times until it is smooth. Be careful not to overwork the dough, as this can make it tough.
Flatten the dough into a disc, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before rolling out.
Once chilled, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness and shape. Use it immediately for your savory pie or empanada recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1866 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.2 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.9 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1234 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.5 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 417 mg | 9% | |
*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.
