Tuna Filled Enpanadillas

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

Tasty and Easy Tuna Filled Empanadillas

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

285

Sugar

Fat

17g

Tuna-filled empanadas are a popular snack in many Latin American countries. These little pies are made with puff pastry and are stuffed with a delicious tuna filling. The empanadas can be served warm or cold and are perfect for parties, potlucks, or snack time. They are easy to make and can be adapted to suit your tastes by adding other ingredients like green peppers, olives, or cheese.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2.	Lightly grease a skillet with cooking spray and heat it over medium-high heat.
3.	Add chopped onion and cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
4.	Add tuna (drained) to the skillet, stir in tomato paste, add crumbled boiled eggs, and season with salt and pepper.
5.	Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, then remove from heat.
6.	Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface and use a cookie cutter (about 3 inches/7 cm) to cut out circles.
7.	Place a spoonful of the tuna mixture on each circle and seal edges of the dough by crimping with a fork.
8.	Transfer empanadas onto the lined baking sheet and brush with beaten egg.
9.	Bake empanadas for 15-18 minutes until the pastry turns golden brown and puffy.

PROS

These empanadas are easy to make, crispy, and flavorful.

They can be served as an appetizer or snack.

CONS

Puff pastry is high in calories and fat, so these empanadas should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tuna is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.
Onions contain antioxidants and can help regulate blood sugar levels.

	cooking spray ( preferably olive oil )
	185 g tuna ( in oil )
	1 medium onion , very finely chopped
	2 boiled eggs
	3 tablespoons tomato paste
	salt and pepper
	1 packet premade puff pastry
	1 beaten egg ( for egg wash )