Description
These Beef & Cheese Empanadas are golden, flaky pastries stuffed with flavorful ground beef, melted cheese, and savory spices. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or even a quick meal!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
- 1 lb ground beef 🍖
- 1 small onion, finely chopped 🧅
- 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 teaspoon cumin 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) 🧀
- 1 package empanada dough (store-bought or homemade) 🥟
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash) 🥚
Instructions
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Prepare the Filling:
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and ground beef, cooking until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat. -
Season the Beef:
Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Remove the beef mixture from heat and let it cool slightly. Once cooled, mix in the shredded cheese. -
Assemble the Empanadas:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the empanada dough (if using homemade) and cut into circles. Place a spoonful of the beef and cheese filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape and crimp the edges with a fork to seal. -
Egg Wash and Bake:
Brush the top of each empanada with the beaten egg for a golden finish. Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. -
Bake:
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown and crispy. -
Serve:
Enjoy warm with your favorite dipping sauce!
Notes
- You can use any type of shredded cheese you like, but cheddar and mozzarella are the most common for this recipe.
- If you want to make the dough from scratch, be sure to make it ahead of time to allow it to rest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada
- Calories: 270kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 50mg