Argentinian Beef Empanada Pie
A twist on traditional empanadas, this pie combines rich beef with a crumbly crust, inspired by Indian flavors.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound beef, ground
- ●2 cups all-purpose flour
- ●1/4 cup ghee
- ●1 medium onion
- ●2 inches ginger
- ●1 teaspoon cumin
- ●1 teaspoon coriander
- ●1/2 teaspoon salt
- ●1/4 teaspoon pepper
- ●2 packages empanada dough (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a pan, heat the ghee over medium heat.
- 3
Add the onion and ginger and cook until softened.
- 4
Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
- 5
Add the cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- 6
Roll out the empanada dough to a thickness of 1/8 inch.
- 7
Place a spoonful of the beef mixture in the center of each dough circle.
- 8
Brush the edges with water and fold the dough over the filling.
- 9
Use a fork to crimp the edges and create a decorative border.
- 10
Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 11
Brush the tops with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 12
Serve warm with your favorite chutney or raita.