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beef empanadas

Easy Beef Empanadas Recipe

Patricia Valbrun
Beef Empanadas are one of those recipes that feel impressive but come together with simple, structured steps. They're crispy on the outside, rich and savory on the inside, and perfect for gatherings, weeknight dinners, or meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine caribbean
Servings 5 people
Calories 341 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 onion medium/diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 2 tablespoons green seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon sazon
  • 2 teaspoons adobo
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ¾ cup tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup olives
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 3 bay leaves
  • mozzarella cheese optional

For the Empanadas

  • 10 goya empanada dough
  • vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • Start by heating avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pan fry the green seasoning and sazon. Add the tomato paste and cook briefly to deepen its flavor before adding the ground beef.
  • Next, Add diced onions and bell peppers and sauté until softened and fragrant.
  • Brown the beef thoroughly, breaking it apart as it cooks to maintain a fine and even texture.
  • Pour in the tomato sauce, olives, sugar, water, and bay leaves. Allow the mixture to simmer until thickened and cohesive. Remove the bay leaves and let the filling cool completely before assembling.
  • Lay the empanada dough discs on a clean surface and keep them covered so they do not dry out. Spoon a portion of cooled filling into the center of each disc and add mozzarella if using. Lightly moisten the edges with water, fold into a half-moon shape, and press firmly to seal. Crimp the edges with a fork to secure.
  • Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep skillet. Fry the empanadas in batches until golden brown on both sides. Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 5g | Calories: 341kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 818mg | Potassium: 521mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1225IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 3mg
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