How to make Meat Empanadas | World on a Plate | Manorama Online Recipe

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

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

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative, while margarine is often cheaper.

green olives

🥗Healthier: capers

💰Cheaper: black olives

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

Prepare the dough by mixing flour, butter, salt, and water until a smooth consistency forms.

Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions, garlic, and bell peppers until softened.

Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, seasoning with cumin, paprika, black pepper, and vinegar.

Stir in chopped green olives and cilantro, then remove from heat and let cool.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.

Cut circles from the dough using a large glass or cutter.

Place a spoonful of the meat mixture in the center of each dough circle.

Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal.

Beat an egg and brush the egg wash over the empanadas for a golden finish.

Arrange the empanadas on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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