Argentinian Empanada Cabbage Fritters (Italian Twist)
A delicious Italian-inspired twist on traditional Argentinian empanadas, featuring crispy cabbage fritters filled with savory cheese and served with a zesty dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- β1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- β1 cup grated cabbage
- β1/2 cup zesty cheesesuch as parmesan or romano
- β1/2 cup milk
- β2 eggs
- β1/2 teaspoon salt
- β1/4 cup olive oil
- β4-6 pieces empanada dough
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oil in a deep frying pan to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- 2
In a large bowl, combine flour, cabbage, cheese, milk, eggs, and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Shape empanada dough into small balls and flatten slightly.
- 4
Place a tablespoon of the cabbage mixture onto the center of each dough round.
- 5
Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal.
- 6
Fry the empanada fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- 7
Drain on paper towels and serve hot with a zesty dipping sauce.