Description
Beef empanadas are a mouthwatering treat, featuring a flaky, golden-brown pastry that envelops a savory filling of seasoned ground beef, onions, and spices. Perfect for any occasion—from casual gatherings to elegant dinners—each bite delivers a delightful burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or reheated later; these empanadas promise warmth and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 cup green olives, chopped (optional)
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet with cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Stir in chopped green olives (if using) and cook for two more minutes.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface; cut into circles about five inches in diameter.
- Place a spoonful of filling in each pastry circle. Fold over and crimp edges to seal.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush with egg wash. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg