These delicious Beef Empanadas are made with a savory beef filling encased in flaky pastry, perfect for a snack or meal.
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef lean
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup beef broth low sodium
- 1 package empanada dough store-bought or homemade
- 1 egg egg wash beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté until the onion is soft.
- Stir in the cumin, paprika, and beef broth. Simmer until the liquid is reduced.
- Let the beef mixture cool slightly. Roll out the empanada dough and cut into circles.
- Place a spoonful of beef filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush each empanada with the beaten egg wash.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy your homemade Beef Empanadas.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg