EMPANADAS SALTEÑAS BOLIVIANAS

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork can be more economical.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option, while margarine is often less expensive.

green olives

🥗Healthier: capers

💰Cheaper: black olives

Capers provide a similar briny flavor, while black olives are usually cheaper.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: scrambled eggs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while scrambled eggs are often less costly.

Mix all-purpose flour and salt in a bowl.

Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Add water gradually until a dough forms; knead until smooth.

Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and spices; sauté until fragrant.

Stir in diced potatoes, peas, and cook until potatoes are tender.

Remove from heat and mix in chopped hard-boiled eggs and olives.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Roll out dough and cut into circles.

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

Fold dough over and crimp edges to seal.

Brush tops with egg wash.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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