These delicious beef empanadas are a savory pastry filled with seasoned ground beef, onions, and spices. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, they are a delightful treat for any occasion.
Preparation time
30min
Cooking time
25min
Ingredients
12 Servings
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cumin
- 500 g empanada dough
- 2 cloves garlic
- 10 green olives
- 450 g ground beef
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add chopped onions and cook until translucent.
Step 3
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Step 4
Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
Step 5
Mix in cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Add tomato paste and cook for a few minutes until well combined.
Step 7
Stir in sliced green olives and chopped hard-boiled eggs. Remove from heat and let the filling cool.
Step 8
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Step 9
Roll out the empanada dough and cut into circles using a cookie cutter or a glass.
Step 10
Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each dough circle.
Step 11
Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal.
Step 12
Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 13
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 14
Let cool slightly before serving.