Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 cup

white flour

1 cup

wheat flour

0.5 tsp

salt

1 cup

butter

chilled and diced

0.5 cup

cold water

2.5 tbsp

olive oil

0.25 cup

black olives

pitted, sliced

1 lb

ground lean meat

1 unit

tomatoes

crushed

4 unit

hard-boiled eggs

diced

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2 unit

green onions

chopped

1 tsp

dried oregano

0.5 tsp

coriander

1 tsp

cumin

0.5 tsp

black pepper

0.5 tsp

cayenne

1 tsp

chili powder

1 tsp

salt

Step 1
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine white flour, wheat flour, and salt.

Step 2
~4 min

Cut in chilled, diced butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3
~4 min

Stir in cold water and knead until the dough forms a ball.

Step 4
~4 min

Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for 1-4 hours, or overnight.

Step 5
~4 min

Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 6
~4 min

Cut out 3-6 inch circles from the dough.

Step 7
~4 min

Set the dough circles aside.

Step 8
~4 min

In a large bowl, mix together sliced black olives, ground lean meat, crushed tomatoes, diced hard-boiled eggs, minced garlic cloves, chopped green onions, optional spices (oregano, coriander, cumin, black pepper, cayenne, chili powder, salt).

Step 9
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 10
~4 min

Add the meat mixture to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon or spatula, until browned (about 4 minutes).

Step 11
~4 min

Remove the meat filling from the heat.

Step 12
~4 min

Place one empanada disc between two pieces of wax paper.

Step 13
~4 min

Roll out the dough slightly to about 7 inches.

Step 14
~4 min

Place about 1/3 cup of filling in the center of each empanada disc.

Step 15
~4 min

Moisten the edges of the dough circle.

Step 16
~4 min

Fold the empanada over the filling and tightly crimp the edges with a fork to seal.

Step 17
~4 min

Repeat with the remaining empanadas.

Step 18
~4 min

Transfer the empanadas to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 19
~4 min

Brush both sides of each empanada with olive oil.

Step 20
~4 min

Bake in a preheated oven until browned (12-15 minutes).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of sugar to the dough for a slightly sweeter taste.

Use a cookie cutter for uniform empanada sizes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

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 a side of salsa or guacamole.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice and beans
Side salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South America

Cultural Significance

Popular throughout Latin America, variations exist in many countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Parties
Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Dinner
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100

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