Empanadas with Fried Onions
Golden, flaky empanadas filled with savory beef and topped with sweet, caramelized fried onions and fresh herbs. A satisfying weeknight dinner that's easier than you think.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 25g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Thinly slice 1 onion. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring often, until deep golden and caramelized, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
Step 2
In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 lb ground beef. Cook over medium-high heat, breaking up the meat, until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Season with 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper.
Step 3
Stir the caramelized onions into the beef mixture. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Chop 0.25 cup fresh parsley and stir it into the filling.
Step 4
Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 8 empanada discs on a work surface. Spoon about 2 tbsp of filling onto the center of each disc. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon and press edges with a fork to seal.
Step 5
Arrange the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with a little olive oil or beaten egg if desired. Bake until golden brown and crisp, about 20 minutes.
Step 6
While they bake, thinly slice the remaining 1 onion. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the onion until crispy and golden, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Step 7
Serve the hot empanadas topped with the crispy fried onions and extra parsley if you like.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- fork
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