Crispy Uruguayan Empanadas with Spicy Aromatic Beef
A twist on traditional Mexican empanadas, these crispy Uruguayan-style treats are filled with spicy aromatic beef and perfect for a flavorful snack or meal.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Uruguayan BeefGround beef
- ●2 teaspoons Aromatic Spice BlendGround cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika
- ●1 package Crispy Empanada DoughHomemade or store-bought
- ●1 tablespoon Score (For Baking)For brushing empanadas with egg wash
- ●1 tablespoon Fat (For Brushing)Vegetable oil
- ●1 cup Empanada FillingBeef, onion, garlic, and Aromatic Spice Blend
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Black Pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Uruguayan Beef, Aromatic Spice Blend, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Roll out the Crispy Empanada Dough to a thickness of 1/8 inch. Cut out circles of dough.
- 4
Place a spoonful of the Empanada Filling in the center of each dough circle.
- 5
Brush the edges of the dough with the Score and fold the dough over the filling, pressing the edges to seal.
- 6
Brush the tops of the empanadas with the Fat.
- 7
Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 8
Bake the empanadas for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 9
Serve hot and enjoy!