Beef Empanadas 🥩🥟
This is my go to recipe for the best easiest empanadas.
Ingredients
Beef fillings
8.81 ounces ground beef
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon onion, minced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons corn
Oil to fry
Sea salt
Pepper
Dough
10.58 ounces all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Sea salt
6.25 fluid ounces lukewarm water
Instructions
In a medium bowl, mix beef with all spices and season with salt and pepper.
Heat a non-stick skillet on medium-high heat with oil.
Cook onion for 10 seconds.
Break beef with your fingers and cook in the skillet until cooked through. Stir from time to time.
Now add cilantro and corn. Stir and remove from heat.
Prepare Empanadas Dough
In a mixing bowl, add flour, baking powder, salt, and water.
Work the dough with your hands. Knead for 5 minutes and form a round.
Transfer the dough onto a floured working surface, flour the pin roll too.
Roll dough to ¼ inch thick and use a 3.14 inch cookie cutter to cut out the rounds.
Re-roll scraps to make more rounds until no more dough is left.
Put ¾ - 1 tablespoon filling in the center and lightly moisture the edge with water. Be careful not to put too much water or you will have difficulties working the empanadas.
Fold with your fingers and use a fork to crimp edges together.
Repeat until no filling is left.
Heat oil in a large deep pan to fry empanadas.
Fry on both sides until golden brown, place on kitchen paper to remove the excess oil.
Serve immediately with guacamole or any of your favorite dips. Enjoy.
Beef empanadas are a versatile dish that can be customized with various fillings, making them ideal for parties or family gatherings. To enhance your empanadas, consider adding ingredients like diced bell peppers or olives to the beef mixture for added flavor and texture. The dough for empanadas can also be varied; using whole wheat flour adds a nutty flavor and extra nutrients. For those seeking a healthier alternative, baked empanadas can be an excellent option. Simply brush the formed empanadas with olive oil and bake them in the oven until golden brown, achieving a crispy outside with a tender filling. Don’t forget to experiment with different types of dips! Guacamole, salsa, or a tangy yogurt sauce can elevate your beef empanada experience. These delicious bites are perfect for sharing and can easily become a beloved staple in your recipe collection. Enjoy this classic dish for any meal or snack!