These Empanadas Almost Started a Fight at My Christmas Party

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lean ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Turkey is lower in fat, while beef is often more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be cheaper.

Dice the onions and bell pepper, keeping the root of the onion intact for easier dicing.

Grate about 4 to 6 ounces of Colby Jack cheese.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, 1/4 cup of ketchup, 1 to 2 tablespoons of Sriracha, a few dashes of Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic paste, and 1 tablespoon of honey; whisk to combine.

Sear the shaved ribeye steak in a pan on medium-high heat for about 3 to 5 minutes until cooked, seasoning with all-purpose seasoning or salt and pepper.

In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil and add the diced bell pepper and onion; cook until tender.

Once the meat and veggies have cooled, start stuffing the empanada dough by placing cheese and a tablespoon of filling in the center, folding over, and sealing with a fork.

Heat oil to 350°F for frying the empanadas, adding three at a time to avoid overcrowding; fry for 3 to 5 minutes until golden brown.

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