Meat Empanadas
Golden, flaky hand pies filled with seasoned ground beef, onions, and olives. A satisfying weeknight dinner that's easier than you think.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium. Add 1 diced onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Add 1 lb ground beef, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp salt. Cook, breaking up meat, until browned, about 8 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in 1/2 cup chopped green olives. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 4
Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 1 tbsp filling on each of 12 empanada dough rounds.
Step 5
Fold dough over filling, press edges with a fork to seal. Beat 1 egg with 1 tbsp water and brush over tops.
Step 6
Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Step 7
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- baking sheet
- pastry brush
- fork
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