Authentic Beef Empanadas

Discover the rich flavors of Argentina with this authentic recipe for beef empanadas, brought to you by celebrated chefs Dolli Irigoyen and Osvaldo Gross. Learn the art of crafting traditional empanadas from scratch, using the perfect blend of savory ingredients wrapped in a flaky homemade pastry. Enjoy this essential Argentinian dish, crafted with love and tradition.

Ingredients

For the Dough
🥄 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, King Arthur Flour
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🐷 3/4 cup lard, chilled and diced, Armor lard
💧 1 cup water
🥚 1 egg for egg wash, Eggland's Best eggs

For the Filling
🥩 1 lb ground beef, Tyson grass-fed beef
🧅 1 large onion, finely chopped, Vidalia onion
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced, Spice World garlic
🍳 2 tablespoons olive oil, Filippo Berio olive oil
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, McCormick cayenne pepper
🥔 1 small potato, peeled, cooked, and diced, Idaho potatoes
🍵 1/4 cup beef broth, Swanson beef broth
🍃 1 teaspoon ground cumin, Simply Organic cumin
🌿 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, Live Gourmet parsley
🧂 Salt and pepper for seasoning

Instructions

1- Prepare the Dough:

• In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Add the diced lard and mix with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
• Gradually pour in the water, mixing until a dough forms. Knead on a lightly floured surface until smooth. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

2- Prepare the Filling:

• Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
• Add the ground beef, stirring until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
• Stir in the cayenne pepper, cumin, cooked potatoes, and beef broth. Cook until the liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
• Remove from heat. Mix in the chopped parsley, and season with salt and pepper. Allow the filling to cool.

3- Assemble the Empanadas:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 4-inch circles using a cutter or glass.
• Place a spoonful of filling onto each circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Pinch the edges to seal, and crimp with a fork for a decorative edge.
• Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Brush the tops with a beaten egg for glaze.

4- Bake:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 empanadas
Calories: 220 per serving
Protein: 8g per serving
Fats: 12g per serving
Carbohydrates: 22g per serving
Equipment:

• Glass bowl
• Skillet, Cuisinart skillet
• Baking sheet, Nordic Ware baking sheet
• Oven, GE Profile electric oven

Cooking Tips:

• The dough and filling can be prepared a day in advance and assembled just before baking for convenience.

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Authentic Beef Empanadas

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