Thai Empanada Spring Rolls
A fusion twist on traditional spring rolls, combining the crunch of fried empanada dough with the flavors of Thai cuisine.
Ingredients
- ●1 package Homemade Empanada DoughHomemade empanada dough can be store-bought if unavailable
- ●1 cup Sauerkraut
- ●1 cup Venezuelan Cheese
- ●1 cup Shredded Carrots
- ●1/2 cup Green Onions
- ●1/4 cup Thai Basil
- ●1 cup Vegetable Oil
- ●2 tbsp Thai Red Curry Paste
Instructions
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1. Cut the empanada dough into small squares and roll out each square into a thin sheet.
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2. Heat 1/2 cup of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
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3. Add the Thai red curry paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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4. Add the shredded carrots and cook for 2 minutes until slightly tender.
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5. Add the sauerkraut, cheese, green onions, and Thai basil. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauerkraut is slightly tender.
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6. Place a spoonful of the filling mixture onto one half of each empanada sheet.
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7. Fold the other half of the empanada sheet over the filling and press the edges together to seal.
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8. Heat the remaining 1/2 cup of vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
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9. Fry the empanada spring rolls until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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10. Drain the spring rolls on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.