4K Beef Empanadas Recipe

beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork offers cost savings.

empanada dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat dough

💰Cheaper: store-bought dough

Whole wheat adds fiber, while store-bought saves time.

olives

🥗Healthier: capers

💰Cheaper: pickles

Capers provide a similar briny flavor, while pickles are often less expensive.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: none

Tofu can mimic the texture and add protein.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart.

Season with oregano, onion powder, salt, and garlic powder; mix well.

Stir in green olive juice and ketchup; let cool slightly.

Roll out Goya disc empanada dough; cut into circles if necessary.

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

Fold dough over filling to create a half-moon shape; crimp edges to seal.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking; or heat oil for frying in a deep pan.

Arrange empanadas on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil if baking.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, or fry until crispy and golden.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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