Description
Beef & Cheese Empanadas are irresistible pastry pockets filled with savory ground beef, melty cheese, and aromatic spices. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, these delicious treats combine nostalgia and flavor in every bite. With a flaky golden crust and customizable filling options, they’re sure to be a hit at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 package (14 oz) empanada dough (or homemade)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the ground beef; season with cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Remove from heat, stir in shredded cheese until melted. Let cool slightly.
- Roll out empanada dough on a floured surface; cut into circles about 4 inches in diameter.
- Place a tablespoon of filling on one half of each circle; fold over and seal the edges tightly.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place empanadas on a lined baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (90g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg