Uruguayan Cheese Empanadas
A twist on traditional empanadas with a Uruguayan touch, featuring melted cheese and a crispy exterior.
Ingredients
- ●12-14 wrappers Wonton Wrappers
- ●1 cup Shredded Cheese
- ●1/2 pound Beef
- ●1/2 cup Onion
- ●1 Egg
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Black Pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the wok to medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces.
- 3
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted and well combined.
- 5
In a separate pan, scramble the egg and set aside.
- 6
Place a wonton wrapper on a flat surface and place a tablespoon of the beef and cheese mixture in the center.
- 7
Brush the edges of the wrapper with water and fold the wrapper into a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal.
- 8
Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- 9
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil to coat the bottom.
- 10
Add the empanadas and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 11
Serve the empanadas hot with the scrambled egg on top.