Don’t let the idea of making empanada pastry dough intimidate you! It is easy to make and uses a few ingredients you already keep in your pantry. This is a savory-style empanada, with a generous filling of ground beef, bell peppers, onions, and flavorful Spanish-style spices.
RecipeSavants.comDon’t let the idea of making empanada pastry dough intimidate you! It is easy to make and uses a few ingredients you already keep in your pantry. This is a savory-style empanada, with a generous filling of ground beef, bell peppers, onions, and flavorful Spanish-style spices. Smart Recipes, Central American Recipes, Beef Recipes, RecipesBeefCentral AmericanEmpanadasPT55MServes 6
Ingredients:
1.5 Pound Empanada Dough1 Pound Ground Beef1 Tablespoon Garlic Salt2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste2 Teaspoons Ground Cumin2 Tablespoons Vinegar1 Teaspoon Chili Powder1 Teaspoon Seasoning Salt1 Teaspoon Dried Oregano1 Medium Onion1 Medium Green Bell Pepper1 Medium Red Bell Pepper1 Tablespoon Adobo Sauce1 Small Lime2 Tablespoons Olive Oil1 Cup Vegetable Oil1 Cup Mayonnaise5 Cloves GarlicIn a medium bowl, mix mayo, adobo sauce, and lime juice until blended well. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight for maximum flavor.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and saute beef & garlic until browned, about 7-10 minutes. Drain the fat and transfer beef to a large bowl. Set aside.In the same skillet, heat remaining olive oil and stir in tomato paste, cumin, vinegar, chili powder, seasoned salt, oregano, onions, and bell peppers. Cook until veggies are tender & fragrant, about 8-10 minutes. Reduce heat to low, stir in cooked beef, and simmer for 5 minutes.On a lightly-floured work surface, roll out prepared dough into a rectangle 1/4 -inch thick. With a 5-6-inch saucer as a template, use a sharp knife to cut out dough circles. Fill the center of each circle with a scoop of beef mixture, then fold in half. Use a fork to seal the edges of each empanada. In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat vegetable oil until registering 350 degrees on a deep-fryer thermometer. In small batches, add empanadas and fry until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side. Use a slotted spoon to transfer empanadas to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Serve warm with adobo mayo sauce.
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