Empanadas Recipe
Make Empanadas 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
Filling
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Add Egg and Water
Stir in the egg and cold water until the dough begins to come together. Avoid overworking the dough.
- 3
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to relax the gluten.
Filling Preparation
- 4
- 5
- 6
Add Ground Beef
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat and let cool.
Assembly and Baking
- 7
Roll Out Dough
On a floured surface, roll out chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 5-6 inch circles.
- 8
Fill Empanadas
Place a spoonful of the beef filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold over and crimp edges to seal.
- 9
- 10
Bake
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place empanadas on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.