Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Zesty Beef & Cheese Empanadas, a delightful combination of savory ground beef, gooey cheese, and spices encased in flaky pastry. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these empanadas offer a satisfying crunch with every bite. Easy to prepare and customizable, they’re sure to impress your guests and become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (grated)
- 1 package puff pastry sheets (thawed)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion in oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper; cook until browned.
- Remove from heat and mix in grated cheddar cheese until melted; let cool slightly.
- Roll out puff pastry sheets on a floured surface, cutting into circles about 4 inches in diameter.
- Place a tablespoon of the beef-cheese mixture onto each circle, fold over to create half-moons, and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush each empanada with the egg wash made from whisking egg and water together.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (80g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg