Jul 14 2026
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Empanadas Recipe

Inspired by Ceviche Palace
Time1h 30m
Serves12

Stuffed pastries filled with seasoned meat.

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Ingredients

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Dough

Filling

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt until well combined.

  2. 2

    Cut in Butter

    Add the chilled, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  3. 3

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and cold water.

  4. 4

    Form the Dough

    Gradually add the wet mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until the dough begins to come together. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently until smooth.

  5. 5

    Chill the Dough

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

Filling Preparation

  1. 6

    Cook the Meat

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are soft.

  2. 7

    Season the Meat

    Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

  3. 8

    Cool the Filling

    Remove the skillet from heat and let the filling cool for a few minutes before using.

Assembling and Baking

  1. 9

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 10

    Roll Out the Dough

    On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out circles of dough.

  3. 11

    Fill the Empanadas

    Place a tablespoon of the meat filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal. Crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative touch.

  4. 12

    Egg Wash

    Brush the tops of the empanadas with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

  5. 13

    Bake

    Arrange the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

  6. 14

    Serve

    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your empanadas warm!

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