Empanadas Colombianas
Golden-fried pastries filled with seasoned ground beef, potatoes, and onions. A classic Colombian street food that's crispy outside and savory inside.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 12
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 10g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until softened, about 2 minutes.
Step 2
Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
Step 3
Stir in diced potato, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add water and simmer until potato is tender, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool completely.
Step 4
Mix flour and salt in a large bowl. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Step 5
Whisk egg yolk with warm water. Add to flour mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms. Knead gently for 1-2 minutes.
Step 6
Wrap dough in plastic wrap and rest for 15 minutes at room temperature.
Step 7
Divide dough into 12 equal portions. On a floured surface, roll each into a thin circle about 4 inches wide.
Step 8
Place 2 tbsp of cooled beef filling on one half of each circle, leaving a 0.5-inch border. Fold dough over and press edges to seal, then crimp with a fork.
Step 9
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry empanadas 3-4 at a time until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
Step 10
Drain on paper towels and serve warm with aji (hot sauce) or lime wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- large mixing bowl
- wooden spoon
- deep pot or Dutch oven
- instant-read thermometer
- rolling pin
- fork for crimping
- paper towels
- slotted spoon
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