Vegetarian Crispy Fried Empanadas

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Vegetarian Crispy Fried Empanadas, a golden, flaky delight loaded with vibrant, seasoned vegetables and hearty black beans. Featuring a homemade buttery dough that crisps up to perfection, these empanadas are filled with a flavorful medley of sautéed onions, red bell peppers, mushrooms, sweet corn, and aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Perfect for appetizers, snacks, or even a main course, these deep-fried bites are both satisfying and versatile. Whether you're serving them at a party or enjoying them as an everyday treat, these empanadas will impress vegetarians and meat lovers alike! Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible experience. Keywords: vegetarian empanadas, crispy fried empanadas, homemade empanada dough, plant-based filling, easy empanada recipe.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: N/A
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

18 items

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup ice water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Cut in the unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

2. Gradually add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, while mixing until the dough begins to come together. Knead lightly until it forms a cohesive dough.

3. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

4. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and red bell pepper, sautéing until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

5. Add the minced garlic and mushrooms, cooking until the mushrooms are browned and all vegetables are tender, about 5 more minutes.

6. Stir in the corn, black beans, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.

7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut out circles of dough using a 5-inch round cutter.

8. Place about 1 to 2 tablespoons of the vegetable filling in the center of each circle, lightly wet the edges with water, and fold the dough over to close, pressing the edges with a fork to seal.

9. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the empanadas in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

10. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

11. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Vegetarian Crispy Fried Empanadas!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (256.4g)

Calories		901
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		75.6 g	97%
	Saturated Fat	16.7 g	83%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		32 mg	11%
Sodium		379 mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate		50.0 g	18%
	Dietary Fiber	4.9 g	17%
	Total Sugars	3.3 g
Protein		8.7 g	17%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		28 mg	2%
Iron		2.8 mg	16%
Potassium		331 mg	7%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5445 cal (74.3%%)

Protein: 279 cal (3.8%%)

Carbs: 1603 cal (21.9%%)