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Empanadas de Carne

Cultural Context

Originating from Spain, empanadas have become a beloved dish in Argentina, often served at gatherings and celebrations. These savory pastries symbolize comfort and home, filled with a variety of ingredients, but the classic beef version is particularly cherished. Today, empanadas are enjoyed worldwide, with each region adding its unique twist to the filling and preparation.

ArgentinianARmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
500g carne picada/molida de vaca
500g cebolla
1 pequeño morron/pimiento rojo
3 medianitas cebolla de verdeo
sal fina a gusto
1 cdita pimentón dulce o común
3 huevos
100g aceitunas
500g harina común 0000
100g manteca/grasa/margarina
2 cditas sal fina
200ml agua caliente no hirviendo

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat content.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and healthier.

green olives

🥗Healthier: capers

💰Cheaper: black olives

Capers provide a similar briny flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Prepare the filling by sautéing the onion and red bell pepper until soft.

2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned.

3

Mix in the chopped green onions, olives, and season with salt and paprika.

4

For the dough, mix flour and salt in a bowl.

5

Cut in the butter or fat until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

6

Gradually add hot water, mixing until a dough forms.

7

Knead the dough until smooth and let it rest for a while.

8

Roll out the dough and cut into circles.

9

Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle.

10

Fold the dough over the filling and crimp the edges to seal.

11

Brush the tops with egg wash and bake until golden or deep-fry until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingsautéingbakingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlskilletrolling pinbaking sheetpastry brush

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Beef EmpanadasEmpanadas de CarneArgentinian Empanadas

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