Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsMaya EmpanadaEmpanadas Recipe

Empanadas Recipe

Inspired by Maya Empanada
Time1h 30m
Serves12

The empanadas come in large pizza boxes, with individual mini sauces. This makes them very easy to grab and eat at parties, with minimal clean up/ dishes.

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Ingredients

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Assembly

Method

Assembly and Baking

  1. 1

    Roll out Dough

    On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut out circles using a large round cutter, about 4-5 inches in diameter.

  2. 2

    Fill Empanadas

    Place about 1-2 tablespoons of the filling in the center of each dough circle. Be careful not to overfill.

  3. 3

    Seal Empanadas

    Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative touch.

  4. 4

    Prepare Egg Wash

    Beat the egg in a small bowl to create an egg wash.

  5. 5

    Brush Egg Wash

    Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the tops of the empanadas with the egg wash.

  6. 6

    Bake Empanadas

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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