Party Empanadas
Get ready to wow your guests with these irresistible Party Empanadas, the ultimate finger food for any occasion! These golden, flaky pastries are stuffed with a savory filling of seasoned ground beef, aromatic onions, garlic, tangy green olives, and a touch of chopped hard-boiled egg for extra richness. A homemade buttery empanada dough—crafted from scratch with simple ingredients—encases the flavorful filling, ensuring every bite is melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Perfectly baked until golden brown and brushed with an egg wash for that signature shine, these empanadas are as beautiful as they are delicious. Serve them warm or at room temperature and watch them disappear at potlucks, dinner parties, or casual gatherings. With their balance of bold spices like paprika and cumin, and their customizable size, these Party Empanadas will quickly become a crowd favorite. Perfect for game days, family celebrations, or any event needing a little Latin flair, they’re the appetizer your guests won’t stop talking about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter (chilled and cubed)
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup cold water
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.5 cup green olives (chopped)
- 1 hard-boiled egg (chopped)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the chilled butter cubes, and using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, blend it into the flour until the mixture has a crumbly texture.
Gradually add cold water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Knead briefly to form a smooth ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula. Drain excess fat, if necessary.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Mix in the paprika, cumin, tomato paste, and chopped green olives. Stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
Remove the meat mixture from heat and let it cool. Stir in the chopped hard-boiled egg once the mixture is at room temperature.
Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a 4-inch round cutter to cut circles.
Place 1–2 tablespoons of the beef filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to create the egg wash. Brush the tops of the empanadas with the mixture.
Place the empanadas on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Party Empanadas warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4053 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 257.5 g | 330% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.5 g | 658% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1089 mg | 363% | |
| Sodium | 4746 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.8 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.9 g | ||
| Protein | 133.3 g | 267% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 30.6 mg | 170% | |
| Potassium | 2432 mg | 52% | |
*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.
