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Empanadas

Argentine Beef Empanadas Recipe

Argentinian empanadas are a testament to the culinary evolution of a nation that has embraced diverse influences and transformed them into something uniquely its own.
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Equipment

  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 Rolling Pin
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 Mixing bowl,

Ingredients
  

For The Dough

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 egg (egg wash)

For The Filling

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 red pepper finely chopped
  • 2 eggs hard boiled chopped
  • 1/2 cup green olives pitted and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground cummin
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • dash salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Prepare The Dough

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  • Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Gradually add the cold water while stirring with a fork until the dough comes together.
  • Knead the dough lightly on a floured surface until it's smooth. Form it into a ball, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare The Filling

  • In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and red bell pepper. Sauté until they are softened.
  • Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks.
  • Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute or two to let the flavors meld.
  • Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped hard-boiled eggs and green olives. Set the filling aside to cool.

Assemble The Empanadas

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  • Use a round pastry cutter or a bowl to cut out circles from the dough, typically around 4-6 inches in diameter.
  • Place a spoonful of the cooled beef filling in the center of each dough circle.
  • Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape, enclosing the filling. Use your fingers to crimp the edges to seal the empanadas.

Bake The Empanadas

  • Beat the egg and use it to brush the tops of the empanadas for a golden finish.
  • Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and crisp.

Serve your Argentine Beef Empanadas hot as a delicious appetizeror meal.

  • Empanadas are often served with chimichurrisauce, a tangy and herby condiment, but they are tasty on their own as well.Enjoy these flavorful and comforting pastries inspired by Argentine cuisine!