Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
0.5 pound

ground beef

3 tbsp

butter

2 unit

onions

chopped

1 unit

green onion

chopped

2 unit

hard-boiled eggs

chopped

14 unit

green olives

finely chopped

3 tbsp

raisins

1 tsp

cumin

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

black pepper

35 unit

frozen puff pastry

thawed

1 unit

raw egg

lightly beaten

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~4 min

Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned.

Step 3
~4 min

Drain excess grease from the skillet.

Step 4
~4 min

Melt butter in the skillet and saute chopped onions and green onion until softened.

Step 5
~4 min

Add the cooked beef, hard-boiled eggs, olives, raisins, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet.

Step 6
~4 min

Mix all the ingredients and chill for 10-20 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Roll out puff pastry into a 12-inch square.

Step 8
~4 min

Cut out 5 1/2-inch rounds.

Step 9
~4 min

Brush the edges of each round with water.

Step 10
~4 min

Place about 3 tablespoons of filling onto half of each round.

Step 11
~4 min

Fold the pastry over the filling and press edges firmly to seal.

Step 12
~4 min

Crimp the edges with a fork.

Step 13
~4 min

Transfer the empanadas to prepared baking sheets.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 14
~4 min

Brush the tops with beaten egg.

Step 15
~4 min

Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown, switching the baking sheets halfway.

Key Technique: Baking

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with chimichurri sauce.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Argentinian Chimichurri
Ensalada Rusa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Argentina

Cultural Significance

A staple food in Argentina, often enjoyed during celebrations and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fiestas Patrias (National Day)
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Appetizer
Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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