Sure! Here’s a simple recipe for beef and cheese empanadas:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella works well)
- 2 packages pre-made empanada dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
- Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for another minute.
- Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
- Assemble the Empanadas:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the empanada dough on a lightly floured surface. Using a round cutter or a glass, cut out circles of dough, about 4-5 inches in diameter.
- Place a spoonful of the beef filling in the center of each dough circle, leaving some space around the edges.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the beef filling.
- Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together to seal, and crimp with a fork to make a decorative edge.
- Bake the Empanadas:
- Place the assembled empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops of the empanadas with beaten egg to give them a golden color when baked.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Allow the empanadas to cool slightly before serving.
- These empanadas can be served as appetizers, snacks, or as a main course with a side salad or rice.
Feel free to adjust the seasoning and filling ingredients according to your taste preferences. Enjoy your beef and cheese empanadas!
