Beef and Cheese Empanadas
Savory and satisfying, Beef and Cheese Empanadas—flaky, golden pastry filled with seasoned ground beef and melty cheddar cheese for the perfect handheld comfort food.
Course: AppetizersCuisine: Latin AmericanDifficulty: Medium
Servings
6
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
25
minutesCalories
450
kcalIngredients
1 pound ground beef
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 pack empanada dough discs
1 small onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 piece egg
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for the empanadas.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up as it cooks, until browned and fully cooked, around 7 minutes.
- Stir in salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika into the beef mixture and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let the beef mixture cool slightly before mixing in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Spoon a scant 2 tablespoons of the beef and cheese filling onto each empanada dough disc, then fold and seal edges.
- Whisk the egg in a small bowl and brush over the empanada tops for a golden finish after baking.
- Place the empanadas on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
Golden and crispy, Beef and Cheese Empanadas are the perfect blend of savory flavors wrapped in a flaky pastry. Filled with seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar cheese, and warm spices, these handheld delights offer a satisfying bite. Whether baked or fried, they make a delicious appetizer, snack, or meal.
