Beef Empanada Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ lbground beef
- ¼onion
diced
- ½ tspground cumin
- ½ tspchili powder
- ½ tspsalt
- 4 ozgreen chiles
- 4 ozpimento peppers
- 2 tbsptomato paste
- ½ csharp cheddar cheese
- 2refrigerated pie crusts
- 1egg
whisked
- HERDEZ™ Traditional Guacamole
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with a nonstick baking mat or parchment paper.
- 2
Unroll pie crusts on a clean, flat surface. Use a 3-inch round pastry cutter to cut circles from the dough. (If desired, combine scraps, roll out, and cut again.)
- 3
In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef.
- 4
Stir in onions, cumin, chili powder, salt, green chiles, and pimento peppers. Saute 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Stir in tomato paste, followed by the cheese. Remove from heat.
- 6
Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture into the center of each pie crust circle.
- 7
Fold dough over and use a fork to seal the dough all along the curved edge.
- 8
Arrange in a single layer, not touching, on prepared baking sheet. Brush empanadas with egg wash.
- 9
Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
- 10
Allow to cool slightly before serving with HERDEZ™ Traditional Guacamole. Enjoy!
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About this Recipe
Craving a quick, satisfying meal that's bursting with flavor and comforting warmth? These easy beef empanadas are your answer, delivering crispy, cheesy perfection in just 30 minutes from start to finish.
The genius of this recipe lies in its simplicity and delicious outcome. By utilizing readily available refrigerated pie crusts, you bypass the fuss of making dough from scratch, making these authentic-tasting empanadas accessible for any weeknight. The savory ground beef filling, perfectly seasoned with cumin and chili powder, comes together quickly, ensuring maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Prepare for a delightful textural experience. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch from the golden, flaky crust, giving way to a rich, savory filling. You'll discover a harmonious blend of seasoned ground beef, the subtle heat of diced green chiles, and the bright notes of pimento, all bound by gooey, melted cheddar cheese. These empanadas are incredibly comforting, hearty, and satisfying, making them a perfect handheld meal or appetizer. They strike a balance between homemade goodness and remarkable convenience, promising a delicious result without the culinary heavy lifting.
Customization & Variations
- Feel free to experiment with the cheese: while sharp cheddar offers a robust flavor, a Mexican blend cheese can lend a milder, more classic profile.
- Adjust the spice level to your preference by using chipotle chili powder for a smokier, slightly spicier kick, or stick with regular chili powder for a traditional warmth.
These beef empanadas are perfect for a casual family dinner, a lively game day appetizer, or a delicious snack. Serve them hot alongside a generous dollop of HERDEZ™ Traditional Guacamole for an authentic and creamy counterpoint that elevates the entire meal.