Description
These Beef and Cheese Empanadas are crispy, golden pastries filled with a savory blend of seasoned ground beef and gooey melted cheese. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or meal, these homemade empanadas are packed with bold flavors and irresistible crunch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 package empanada dough (or homemade dough)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook Beef: Heat olive oil in a pan. Sauté onion and garlic, then add beef. Season with cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Assemble Empanadas: Roll out dough, place a spoonful of beef mixture and cheese in the center, fold over, and seal edges with a fork.
- Bake or Fry:
- Bake: Brush with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Fry: Heat oil in a pan and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream!
Notes
- Swap beef for chicken or black beans for variety.
- Add diced jalapeños for extra spice.
- Use store-bought pie crust if empanada dough isn’t available.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 12g