Cheesy Shrimp & Procciutto Empanadas

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 11
Cheesy Shrimp & Procciutto Empanadas - a delicious Latin-inspired dish perfect for any occasion!
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 sheets frozen puff pastry , thawed
flour , for dusting
1 cup shredded fresh parmesan cheese
olive oil flavored cooking spray
2 tablespoons Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onion , thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 cup cleaned shrimp ( rough-chopped )
1 cup chopped prosciutto or 1 cup other lean ham
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
473
Sugar
1g
Fat
32g
Cheesy Shrimp & Prosciutto Empanadas are a delicious Latin-inspired dish that are perfect for any occasion. These handheld appetizers are made with a savory shrimp and prosciutto filling and gooey melted parmesan cheese. The puff pastry crust adds an extra layer of crispiness and flakiness, making them irresistible. They are easy to make with just a few ingredients and are always a crowd-pleaser. Serve them at your next party or game day gathering or enjoy them as a quick snack on-the-go.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets to approximately 1/4-inch thickness.
3.Using a cookie cutter or circular object, cut pastry into circles.
4.Sprinkle shredded parmesan cheese on half of the circles.
5.In a separate bowl, mix together Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix, olive oil, onion, garlic, shrimp, prosciutto, salt, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
6.Divide mixture among pastry circles with cheese.
7.Cover with remaining pastry circles and press edges together to seal.
8.Spray with olive oil cooking spray.
9.Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
10.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

These empanadas are crispy and flavorful with a gooey cheese and savory shrimp filling.
They are easy to make and perfect for entertaining guests or as a quick snack for on-the-go.

CONS

Although this recipe is relatively healthy, the puff pastry can be high in calories and fat.
In addition, shrimp and prosciutto are both high in sodium, so those with high blood pressure may want to limit their intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These empanadas are a great source of protein from the shrimp and prosciutto. They also contain healthy fats from the olive oil and cheese. The garlic and onion may have immune-boosting properties while the smoked paprika can help with digestion and reducing inflammation.

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