Jul 17 2026
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Short Rib Empanadas Recipe

Inspired by Buddy's JC
Time3h
Serves8

Deliciously flaky empanadas filled with tender, slow-cooked short rib, seasoned to perfection.

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Ingredients

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Filling

Dough

For Frying

Method

Filling Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Short Ribs

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add short ribs and brown on all sides. Remove from pot and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In the same pot, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until soft and translucent.

  3. 3

    Simmer

    Return the browned short ribs to the pot. Add beef broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 2 hours or until meat is tender.

  4. 4

    Shred the Meat

    Remove the short ribs from the pot and shred the meat with two forks. Return the shredded meat to the pot and mix well with the remaining broth.

Dough Preparation

  1. 5

    Make the Dough

    In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Beat eggs and add to the mixture along with ice water. Mix until a dough forms.

  2. 6

    Chill the Dough

    Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Assembly and Cooking

  1. 7

    Roll Out the Dough

    On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into circles using a cookie cutter or a glass.

  2. 8

    Fill the Empanadas

    Place a spoonful of the short rib filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling and crimp the edges to seal.

  3. 9

    Fry the Empanadas

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the empanadas in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.

  4. 10

    Serve

    Remove the empanadas from the oil and place on paper towels to drain. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

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