Empanadas delight taste buds around the world. These versatile pastries come in countless flavor combinations, all wrapped in a satisfyingly crispy crust. Today, we’re diving into the world of Beef Empanadas—a classic that combines tender ground beef, aromatic spices, and a perfectly golden crust. Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a hearty family meal, or just craving something savory and delicious, this empanadas recipe is sure to impress. Let’s get started!
Delicious Beef Empanadas Recipe
Craving Beef Empanadas? Our recipe combines tender beef, rich spices, and a golden crust. Perfect for any occasion. Dive in and delight your taste buds now!
Ingredients
For The Dough:
2 cups all purpose flour (plain flour Australia and UK)
⅓ cup cheddar cheese - sharp, finely shredded
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder- ¼ cup lard - or vegetable shortening
¾ cup milk - warm
1 medium egg - beaten
For The Filling:
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup onion - chopped
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons jalapeno pepper - minced
¼ pound ground beef - lean- ¼ cup Rotel tomatoes - drained
½ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon ground coriander- ¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cornstarch
½ cup colby-jack cheese - finely shredded
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, thoroughly blend the flour, cheese, salt, and baking powder. Using your fingers, incorporate the lard into the mixture, ensuring it's evenly distributed and no lumps of lard remain.
- Create a well in the middle of the mixture and pour the warm milk. Mix until the ingredients come together to form a ball. If the consistency is overly sticky, consider incorporating more flour. It's essential to cover the dough and let it rest. Letting the dough rest for a while helps develop elasticity and makes it easier to handle later.
- Warm the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once it starts to shimmer, add the onions and cook for about 3 minutes, until they begin to soften. Then, add the garlic and jalapeno, cooking for another minute or until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up as it cooks, until it is browned.Then, add the drained tomatoes, spices, and cornstarch, cooking for approximately a minute before removing the pan from the heat. Allow it to cool for five minutes before mixing in the shredded cheese.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cut the dough into four portions and roll each one on a floured surface until it is approximately 1/8 inch thick. Cut out 3" circles of dough.
- Coat the upper edge of the dough with egg wash, then spoon a teaspoon of the meat filling onto it. Fold the dough over and press down firmly to seal the edges. Use a fork to crimp the edges. Repeat the process until the first pan is filled. Brush the tops with egg wash and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until they are puffed and lightly golden.
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Nutrition
Calories: 469kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 705mgPotassium: 332mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 589IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 4mg
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