Spicy-Sweet Beef Empanadas (Mexico)

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 5
Spicy-Sweet Beef Empanadas perfect for a quick and easy Mexican meal
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 ounces puff pastry , ready made
all-purpose flour , for dusting
1 egg yolk , beaten with 1-2 tbsp water
1 lb fresh ground beef
1 onion , very finely chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves , very finely chopped
1/4 cup sherry wine ( dry or sweet )
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground cloves
1 pinch ground cumin
14 ounces chopped tomatoes
1 -3 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro , chopped
2 -3 tablespoons toasted almonds , coarsely chopped
salt , to taste
pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
740
Sugar
5g
Fat
49g
Empanadas are a popular Mexican dish that can be stuffed with a variety of fillings like meat, cheese, or vegetables. This Spicy-Sweet Beef Empanada recipe takes the classic empanada to the next level with a flavorful beef filling, rich in ground spices like cinnamon, cloves, and cumin. The filling is wrapped in buttery, flaky puff pastry, adding texture and crunch, and finished with a little sweetness from the sugar and the sherry wine. These empanadas are perfect for a quick, easy, and delicious meal, enjoyed hot or cold.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.Lightly flour a work surface and roll out the puff pastry into a large, thin sheet.
3.Cut the pastry into circles using a cookie cutter or small bowl.
4.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned.
5.Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
6.Add sherry wine, cinnamon, cloves, and cumin to the skillet and stir until just combined.
7.Add the chopped tomatoes, sugar, vinegar, cilantro, almonds, salt, and pepper to the skillet, and stir until well combined.
8.Fill each pastry circle with a heaping tablespoon of the beef mixture.
9.Brush the edges of the pastry circles with the egg wash.
10.Fold the pastry over the filling to form a half-moon shape and press the edges together firmly.
11.Use a fork to crimp the edges of the pastry to seal them.
12.Transfer the empanadas to a greased baking sheet and brush the tops with egg wash.
13.Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.

PROS

These Spicy-Sweet Beef Empanadas are the perfect quick and easy meal for any Mexican food lover.

They are spicy, flavorful, and filling.

The puff pastry makes them flaky and delicious.

CONS

These empanadas are high in fat and calories due to the puff pastry and ground beef.

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

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest meal choice, these empanadas can provide a good amount of protein.
The beef provides essential vitamins and minerals like iron, zinc and B12.
The spices like cinnamon, cloves, and cumin offer anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help support the immune system.

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