Handmade Empanadas (3) Recipe

Preparation and Cooking

1. 1

   Make the Filling

   In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.

2. 2

   Cook the Beef

   Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Stir in black beans, corn, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool.

3. 3

   Prepare the Pastry

   In a mixing bowl, combine flour and cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice-cold water gradually until the dough comes together.

4. 4

   Roll Out the Dough

   Divide the dough into small balls. Roll each ball out on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into circles using a biscuit cutter or a glass.

5. 5

   Fill the Empanadas

   Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.

6. 6

   Bake

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.