Follow these steps for perfect results
ground beef
butter
onions
chopped
green onion
chopped
hard-boiled eggs
chopped
green olives
finely chopped
raisins
cumin
salt
black pepper
frozen puff pastry
thawed
raw egg
lightly beaten
Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned.
Drain excess grease from the skillet.
Melt butter in the skillet and saute chopped onions and green onion until softened.
Add the cooked beef, hard-boiled eggs, olives, raisins, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet.
Mix all the ingredients and chill for 10-20 minutes.
Roll out puff pastry into a 12-inch square.
Cut out 5 1/2-inch rounds.
Brush the edges of each round with water.
Place about 3 tablespoons of filling onto half of each round.
Fold the pastry over the filling and press edges firmly to seal.
Crimp the edges with a fork.
Transfer the empanadas to prepared baking sheets.
Brush the tops with beaten egg.
Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown, switching the baking sheets halfway.
Expert advice for the best results
For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef mixture.
Ensure the pastry is chilled to prevent it from becoming sticky and difficult to work with.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
Serve warm on a platter, garnished with fresh parsley.
Serve with chimichurri sauce.
Serve with a side salad.
Pairs well with the savory beef filling
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A staple food in Argentina, often enjoyed during celebrations and gatherings.
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