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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 2
Cut in Butter
Add the unsalted butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Egg and Water
Beat the egg and add it to the mixture. Gradually add the cold water, mixing until the dough comes together.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Cook the Meat
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- 6
- 7
Season the Filling
Stir in the sliced olives, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool.
Assemble and Bake
- 8
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 9
Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thick.
- 10
Cut Circles
Use a round cutter (about 4-6 inches in diameter) to cut circles from the dough.
- 11
Fill the Empanadas
Place a spoonful of the filling into the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal.
- 12
- 13
Bake
Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.