Argentinian Garlic Beef Empanadas
A classic South American pastry filled with seasoned ground beef and spices.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Ground beef
- ●2 tablespoons Dark brown sugar
- ●2 cloves Crumbled garlic
- ●1 tablespoon Dark sugar
- ●1 tablespoon Argentinian seasoning blend
- ●2 cups All-purpose flour
- ●1/2 cup Cold unsalted butter
- ●1 large egg Egg
- ●1/4 teaspoon Salt
- ●1/2 cup Water
Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, brown sugar, crumbled garlic, and argentinian seasoning blend. Mix well with your hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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3. In a separate bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the beef mixture and mix until a dough forms.
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4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
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5. Divide the dough into 8-10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten slightly into a disk shape.
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6. Place a tablespoon of the beef mixture in the center of each disk. Brush the edges with a little water and fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges together with a fork to seal.
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7. Brush the tops of the empanadas with egg and cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
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8. Bake the empanadas for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
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9. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.