Follow these steps for perfect results
white flour
wheat flour
salt
butter
chilled and diced
cold water
olive oil
black olives
pitted, sliced
ground lean meat
tomatoes
crushed
hard-boiled eggs
diced
garlic cloves
minced
green onions
chopped
dried oregano
coriander
cumin
black pepper
cayenne
chili powder
salt
In a large bowl, combine white flour, wheat flour, and salt.
Cut in chilled, diced butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in cold water and knead until the dough forms a ball.
Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for 1-4 hours, or overnight.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
Cut out 3-6 inch circles from the dough.
Set the dough circles aside.
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).
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the meat mixture to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon or spatula, until browned (about 4 minutes).
Remove the meat filling from the heat.
Place one empanada disc between two pieces of wax paper.
Roll out the dough slightly to about 7 inches.
Place about 1/3 cup of filling in the center of each empanada disc.
Moisten the edges of the dough circle.
Fold the empanada over the filling and tightly crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
Repeat with the remaining empanadas.
Transfer the empanadas to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Brush both sides of each empanada with olive oil.
Bake in a preheated oven until browned (12-15 minutes).
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.
Serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro or parsley.
Serve with a side of salsa or guacamole.
Pairs well with the beef filling.
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Popular throughout Latin America, variations exist in many countries.
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