Kingsby’s Empanadas

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 2
Delicious Kingsby's Empanadas recipe for your family dinner
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour 15 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups white flour
1 cup wheat flour ( you can use all white if wanted though )
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter , chilled and diced
1/2 cup cold water
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil ( although veggie oil works too )
1/4 cup black olives , pitted , sliced
1 lb ground lean meat ( I used beef , but turkey will substitute just fine )
1 tomatoes , crushed
4 hard-boiled eggs , diced
2 garlic cloves , minced
2 green onions , chopped
optional spices
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
678
Sugar
2g
Fat
47g
Empanadas are a popular food item in Latin American cuisine, with various versions and fillings to choose from. Kingsby's Empanadas are a savory version that use a buttery dough crust and a beef and olive filling that is seasoned with spices like cumin and coriander. These empanadas make for a tasty appetizer or party food that will be sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the white flour, wheat flour, and salt together until combined.
2.Add the butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3.Slowly add in the cold water and mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth.
4.In a separate pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add in the ground meat, garlic, and green onions and cook until the meat is browned.
5.Add in the tomatoes, olives, spices, and hard-boiled eggs to the meat mixture and stir until combined.
6.Preheat the oven to 350°F. Roll out the dough into circles and place a spoonful of the meat mixture in the center.
7.Fold the dough over and use a fork to seal the edges. Lightly brush the empanadas with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Kingsby’s Empanadas are a savory and satisfying appetizer that are perfect for sharing.

The combination of beef, olives, and spices makes for a flavorful filling that pairs well with the buttery crust.

CONS

These empanadas are on the higher calorie and fat side, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
They may also be time-consuming to prepare, as they require making the dough from scratch.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Kingsby’s Empanadas are not the healthiest food option, they do contain protein from the ground meat and eggs.
Plus, the addition of spices like cumin and oregano add some nutritional value and can potentially aid in digestion and reducing inflammation.

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