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Empanadas

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Empanadas are savory pastries filled with a variety of ingredients such as meat, vegetables, or cheese, and are either baked or fried. Popular in Latin American and Spanish cuisine, they are perfect as snacks, appetizers, or even a main dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup cold water
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup green olives, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, water, and vinegar. Add to the flour mixture and mix until dough forms. Chill for 1 hour.
  3. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
  4. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in tomato sauce, olives, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, then cool.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out dough and cut into circles about 4-5 inches in diameter.
  6. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle. Fold over and seal edges using a fork.
  7. Brush tops with beaten egg. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute beef with chicken, vegetables, or cheese.
  • Empanadas can be fried instead of baked for a crispier texture.
  • Freeze uncooked empanadas for later use; bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.

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Keywords: empanadas, meat pies, baked empanadas, Latin cuisine, savory pastries

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