Smoky Empanadas with Tamarind Salsa
A twist on traditional empanadas, these smoky empanadas are filled with a tangy tamarind salsa, giving them a unique flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- ●2 cups mellow empanada doughhomemade or store-bought
- ●1 cup smoky cheeseshredded, such as cheddar or Monterey Jack
- ●1/4 cup tamarind pasteor 1 tablespoon tamarind puree
- ●1 medium oniondiced
- ●1 teaspoon cuminground
- ●1/2 teaspoon saltto taste
- ●1 cup tamarind salsasee below for recipe
- ●1/4 cup vegan sour creamoptional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Roll out the empanada dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
- 3
Cut out circles of dough using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.
- 4
Place a tablespoon of the smoky cheese in the center of each dough circle.
- 5
Top with a sprinkle of cumin and a pinch of salt.
- 6
Fold the dough in half to form a half-moon shape, and press the edges together to seal.
- 7
Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 8
Brush the tops with a little water and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 9
While the empanadas are baking, prepare the tamarind salsa by mixing together the tamarind paste, onion, and cumin.
- 10
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- 11
Serve the empanadas hot with a dollop of tamarind salsa and a sprinkle of vegan sour cream, if desired.