How to make the classic Argentine empanada: A trip to Salta's wine region

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often cheaper.

green olives

🥗Healthier: capers

💰Cheaper: black olives

Capers provide a similar briny flavor.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: none

Tofu can add protein but changes texture.

Chop green and red peppers and onion.

Cube cooked potatoes.

Use knife-cut steak instead of ground beef.

Add smoked paprika and spicy paprika to the mixture.

Include ground chili pepper, cumin, and salt for seasoning.

Add a little bit of lard for flavor.

Heat olive oil in a skillet until ready, indicated by sound.

Sauté onions until they are flavorful and aromatic.

Mix in the chopped peppers and cubed potatoes.

Taste the mixture to check seasoning, adjust if necessary.

Ensure the empanadas are sealed well to prevent opening during cooking.

Check the temperature of the oil before frying.

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