Jul 14 2026
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Empanadas Con Fondeo Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves8

Make Empanadas Con Fondeo Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

Fondeo Sauce Ingredients

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the cold cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the egg yolk and cold water until the dough holds together. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Filling Preparation

  1. 2

    Cook the Filling

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, sauté until softened (about 5 minutes). Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in the ground beef, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat, then stir in the chopped hard-boiled eggs and green olives. Set aside to cool.

Assembling Empanadas

  1. 3

    Form Empanadas

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut circles using a round cutter or a glass (about 4-5 inches in diameter). Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape, and crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Repeat until all dough and filling are used.

Baking Empanadas

  1. 4

    Bake the Empanadas

    Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with a little olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Fondeo Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare the Fondeo Sauce

    In a blender, combine the diced tomatoes, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth. Drizzle in the olive oil while blending until combined.

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