Beef Carnitas Empanada

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 28
Delicious Beef Carnitas Empanada recipe perfect for lunchtime
in Lunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves , crushed
2 lbs beef stew meat , trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup beef broth
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ( to taste )
1 unpeeled orange wedge , large
2 cups vertically sliced onions
1 cup sliced green bell pepper
1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups beef , carnita filling
2 refrigerated pie crusts

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
522
Sugar
4g
Fat
33g
Beef Carnitas Empanadas are a handheld pastry that originated in Latin America. They are typically filled with meat, vegetables, and spices and can be fried or baked. This recipe calls for baking the empanadas to cut down on calories and fat but still maintain the delicious flavors of the carnitas filling. Beef Carnitas Empanadas are a delicious and hearty meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or as an afternoon snack.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a large skillet, cook onions and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until onions are translucent.
3.Stir in beef stew meat and cook until browned.
4.Stir in beef broth, sugar, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer until meat is tender.
5.Remove orange wedge and discard.
6.Add onions, bell pepper, tomatoes, additional crushed red pepper flakes, and salt. Cook until vegetables are tender.
7.Roll out pie crust and cut into 4-inch circles.
8.Spoon 1/4 cup of the beef carnitas filling onto each circle.
9.Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.
10.Place empanadas on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
11.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Beef Carnitas Empanadas are a delicious and savory handheld meal.

Perfect for lunch or as an afternoon snack, they are easy to make and can be customized with different ingredients.

The beef provides a good source of protein and the vegetables add essential vitamins and minerals.

CONS

Empanadas are often deep-fried which can make them high in calories and fat.

This recipe calls for baking rather than frying, but it is important to monitor portion sizes if you are watching your calorie or fat intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef provides a good source of protein which is essential for building and repairing muscles and tissues in the body.
The vegetables in this recipe, including onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes, add essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, vitamin A, and iron.
Additionally, the crushed red pepper flakes may have anti-inflammatory properties which can be beneficial for overall health.

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