Ground Beef Pies-Pastilitos

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 14
Tasty Ground Beef Pies-Pastilitos Recipe
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup sofrito sauce , my < a href= '' https : //www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/sofrito-502658 '' > Sofrito < /a >
1 packet sazon goya , con cilantro y tomate
1 packet goya chicken bouillon cubes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 cup fresh cilantro , chopped
1/4 cup chopped pitted alcaparrado olive
1/4 cup chopped roasted red pepper
1 package goya discos , thawed ( Yellow or White )
canola oil ( for frying )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
260
Sugar
4g
Fat
12g
Ground Beef Pies-Pastilitos, also known as Pastelitos de Carne or Empanadas de Carne, are a type of appetizer that is popular in the Caribbean, Latin America, and Spain. The small, hand-held pies are filled with a savory meat mixture and baked or fried until golden brown. The crispy crust gives way to a flavorful ground beef filling that is spiced with sofrito, cilantro, and other aromatic herbs. A perfect addition to any party or snack-time.

Instructions

1.In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 10 minutes.
2.Drain off any excess fat and season the beef with the sofrito sauce, sazon goya, chicken bouillon cubes, oregano, tomato paste, and cilantro. Stir well to combine.
3.Add the alcaparrado olive and roasted red pepper to the beef mixture and stir again.
4.Cut the discos into circles using a biscuit cutter. Place a spoonful of the beef mixture in the center of each circle.
5.Moisten the edges of the discos with water and fold them over to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together to seal the pies.
6.In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat. Fry the pies in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes per batch.
7.Drain the pies on paper towels and serve hot.

PROS

The Ground Beef Pies-Pastilitos are delicious and flavorful with a seasoned ground beef filling encased in a crispy, golden brown pastry shell.
They are perfect party appetizers that can easily be made in large batches.

Additionally, this recipe can be customized with various fillings like chicken, pork, or cheese if you prefer a vegetarian option.

CONS

The Ground Beef Pies-Pastilitos are deep-fried and contain a lot of calories and fat.
Therefore, they should be consumed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this recipe for Ground Beef Pies-Pastilitos does not have any specific health benefits, it is a great source of protein because of the ground beef filling. Additionally, sofrito sauce used in the recipe has a great nutrient profile and may help to reduce inflammation due to its antioxidant properties. Moreover, roasted peppers are high in fiber and a good source of vitamins A and C.

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