Uruguayan Beef Empanadas
Delicious beef empanadas in the style of Uruguay, adapted for a keto diet.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Ground beef80/20 lean to fat ratio for optimal flavor
- ●1/2 pound Ground uruguayan meatAdds a nice depth of flavor
- ●1/2 cup, crumbled Fermenty cheeseA keto-friendly alternative to traditional cheese
- ●2 tablespoons Crumbly fatOptional, but adds a nice texture
- ●1 package, store-bought or homemade Empanada doughKeto-friendly ingredients recommended
- ●1 Egg, beatenFor egg wash
- ●to taste Salt and pepperSeason to taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Prepare the empanada dough according to package instructions or make your own using keto-friendly ingredients.
- 3
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and uruguayan meat over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
- 4
Add the crumbled fermenty cheese and cook until melted and combined with the meat mixture.
- 5
Season the meat mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6
Roll out the empanada dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
- 7
Use a round cookie cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out circles of dough.
- 8
Place a tablespoon or two of the meat mixture in the center of each dough circle.
- 9
Fold the dough in half over the filling and press the edges together to seal the empanada.
- 10
Brush the tops of the empanadas with beaten egg for a golden glaze.
- 11
Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 12
Serve hot and enjoy!