Chilean Mixed Seafood Empanadas with Chili Salsa

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while cornmeal is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a different flavor.

mixed seafood

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken is leaner, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: capers

Green olives are lower in sodium, and capers are often cheaper.

Mix flour and salt in a bowl.

Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Gradually add water, mixing until dough forms.

Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.

Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper in a pan until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add mixed seafood, cumin, and paprika; cook until seafood is opaque, about 5 minutes.

Stir in olives, chopped hard-boiled eggs, parsley, and lime juice; let cool.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness.

Cut into circles, fill with seafood mixture, and fold over to seal.

Brush tops with egg wash and place on a baking sheet.

Bake until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

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