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Chilean Empanadas

Cultural Context

Chilean empanadas, particularly the 'empanadas de pino', are a beloved staple of Chilean cuisine, often enjoyed during celebrations and family gatherings. These savory pastries filled with meat, olives, and eggs reflect the country's rich agricultural heritage. Today, variations exist worldwide, with fillings ranging from cheese to vegetables, showcasing the dish's adaptability and global appeal.

ChileanCLmain
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 lb and 1/4 ground beef
2 cups onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon Mexican chili powder
4 cups flour
1 stick butter
1 cup water
2 egg yolks
black olives
raisins
Pisco (or rum)

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey reduces fat content while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat alternative.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: capers

Green olives offer a different flavor profile at a lower cost.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Soak 1 cup of raisins in Pisco or rum.

2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet.

3

Add 1 lb and 1/4 of ground beef and 2 cups of onion to the skillet.

4

Stir in 2 teaspoons of paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of sugar.

5

Add 1 teaspoon of Mexican chili powder and mix well.

6

Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 40 minutes to an hour until the raisins are plump.

7

In a mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of sugar.

8

Cut in 1 stick of butter into the flour mixture until crumbly.

9

Gradually add 1 cup of water and mix until a dough forms.

10

Divide the dough into small balls.

11

Roll each ball into a large circle.

12

Fill the center with the beef mixture and add black olives.

13

Moisten the edges of the dough and fold over to seal, eliminating air bubbles.

14

Crimp the edges to secure the filling inside.

15

Prepare an egg wash with 2 egg yolks and a little cream, and brush it over the empanadas.

16

Preheat the oven to 400°F (or 350°F if preferred).

17

Bake the empanadas for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingsautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

skilletmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Empanadas ChilenasEmpanadas de Pino

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