Empanadas…mmm…

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2
Delicious Empanadas recipe for a quick and easy snack
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
1 -2 tablespoon Lawry 's Seasoned Salt
1/2 small onion , chopped fine
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
sofrito sauce
1 dash black pepper
15 discos ( turnover pastry dough , in the frozen pastry dough or ethnic frozen foods aisle )
water ( to seal edges of pastry )
oil ( for frying )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
15
Calories
291
Sugar
0g
Fat
15g
Empanadas are a popular food item in many Latin American countries and are known for their savory filling and flaky pastry crust. This recipe uses lean ground beef cooked with sofrito sauce, a traditional Latin American seasoning that adds depth and flavor to the filling. The resulting snack is crispy on the outside and filled with warm and savory beef on the inside. Serve these empanadas as an appetizer or snack for a quick and easy meal.

Instructions

1.In a skillet, cook the ground beef with onion and garlic until thoroughly cooked.
2.Drain the beef mixture and add sofrito sauce, seasoned salt, and black pepper.
3.Mix well and set the beef mixture aside.
4.Place a spoonful of beef mixture in the center of each disco.
5.Wet the edges of the disco with water and fold the pastry over to seal the edges.
6.Press the edges down with a fork and put the empanadas on a baking sheet.
7.Heat a deep pan with oil on medium-high heat and fry the empanadas until golden brown.
8.Remove the empanadas and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

PROS

Empanadas are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that can be enjoyed anytime.

This recipe uses lean ground beef to reduce the fat content and is an excellent source of protein.

They can be customized with different fillings to satisfy various taste preferences.

CONS

Empanadas are deep-fried, making them high in calories and fat.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The pastry dough may not be suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lean ground beef is a great source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscles and tissues in the body.
The black pepper in this recipe has antioxidants that help fight free radicals in the body that can damage cells.

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