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Uruguayan Fish Empanadas
A classic Uruguayan dish of flaky pastry pockets filled with a zesty fish filling, perfect for a snack or light meal.
⏱40 min🍽8 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●2 cups Flaky Pastry (Empanada Dough)
- ●1 pound Fish (Cod or Hake)Diced
- ●2 tablespoons Citrus Zest (Lime and Lemon)
- ●1/4 cup Uruguayan Salsa Criolla
- ●1 EggBeaten
- ● Salt and Pepper
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Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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2. Roll out the empanada dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
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3. Cut out circles of dough using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.
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4. In a bowl, mix together the fish, citrus zest, Uruguayan salsa criolla, and beaten egg.
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5. Place a tablespoon of the fish mixture onto the center of each dough circle.
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6. Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle or square shape, and press the edges together to seal.
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7. Brush the tops of the empanadas with a little water and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
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8. Serve warm and enjoy!