Jul 14 2026
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Empanada Platter Recipe

Inspired by República Empanada Restaurant
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Choose any two savory empanadas. Served with rice, beans, cabbage salad, maduros & crema Mexicana

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Ingredients

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Empanada Fillings

Empanada Dough

Sides

Method

Empanada Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in beaten egg and cold water until dough forms. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Filling

    In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add ground beef, bell pepper, olives, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned. Let it cool.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Empanadas

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough and cut into circles. Place filling on one half of each circle, add cheese if desired, and fold over. Seal edges with a fork.

  4. 4

    Bake

    Place empanadas on a baking sheet and brush with egg wash. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Prepare Sides

  1. 5

    Cook Rice and Beans

    Prepare rice and beans according to package instructions.

  2. 6

    Prepare Cabbage Salad

    Toss shredded cabbage with a bit of salt and lemon juice to taste.

  3. 7

    Fry Maduros

    In a frying pan, heat oil and fry sliced maduros until golden brown on both sides.

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