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Argentinian Beef Empanadas

These flavorful Argentinian Beef Empanadas are a delicious choice for lunch, filled with spiced ground beef, olives, and hard-boiled eggs, all wrapped in a golden pastry.

Total Time1 minute
Servings6
Difficulty
medium
Cost
Medium
Nutrition (per serving)
0
Calories
20
Protein
30
Carbs
15
Fat
2
Fiber
0g
Sodium
Ingredients
  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup green olives, chopped
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 empanada pastry discs (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
  1. 1In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. 2Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. 3Stir in the ground beef, cooking until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. 4Add paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper, mixing until evenly distributed.
  5. 5Fold in chopped olives, hard-boiled eggs, and parsley. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. 6Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  7. 7On a clean surface, lay out one empanada pastry disc. Place a generous tablespoon of the beef mixture in the center.
  8. 8Moisten the edges of the pastry with water, fold over to create a half-moon shape, and press the edges to seal. Crimp with a fork for an added decorative touch.
  9. 9Repeat until all filling is used up, placing the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  10. 10Brush the tops of the empanadas with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  11. 11Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
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