Beef Empanada recipe served on a plate, by Mr Empanada - St. Petersburg
Jul 14 2026
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Beef Empanada Recipe

Inspired by Mr Empanada - St. Petersburg
Time1h 30m
Serves12

Traditional beef empanada with seasoned beef.

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Ingredients

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Filling

Dough

For Baking

Method

Filling Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Beef

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Vegetables

    Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Season the Mixture

    Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

  4. 4

    Combine Additional Ingredients

    Remove from heat and mix in the chopped hard-boiled eggs and olives (if using). Allow the filling to cool.

Dough Preparation

  1. 5

    Make the Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Add the cubed butter and rub it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  2. 6

    Add Wet Ingredients

    Make a well in the center of the mixture and add the egg and ice-cold water. Mix until the dough comes together. If too dry, add a little more water, a tablespoon at a time.

  3. 7

    Chill the Dough

    Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Assembling Empanadas

  1. 8

    Roll Out the Dough

    On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Use a round cutter (about 4-5 inches in diameter) to cut out circles.

  2. 9

    Fill Empanadas

    Place a spoonful of the beef filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.

Baking

  1. 10

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 11

    Egg Wash

    Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the mixture over the tops of the empanadas for a golden finish.

  3. 12

    Bake Empanadas

    Arrange the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

  4. 13

    Cool and Serve

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

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