Uruguayan Empanadas
Delicious empanadas filled with a flavorful mixture of cheese and spices, inspired by the flavors of Uruguay. A perfect vegetarian snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- ●2 cups Flour
- ●1 cup, shredded Cheese (Monterey Jack or similar)
- ●1 tablespoon Spicy pepper flakes
- ●1 teaspoon Zesty paprika
- ●1 package Fluffy puff pastry
- ●1 cup, sliced Kabanos or Uruguayan-style sausage (vegetarian substitute)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Roll out the puff pastry to a thickness of 1/8 inch (3 mm).
- 3
Cut out circles of dough using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.
- 4
In a bowl, mix together the shredded cheese, spicy pepper flakes, and zesty paprika.
- 5
Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture onto one half of each dough circle.
- 6
Top with a few slices of kabanos or sausage.
- 7
Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal.
- 8
Brush the tops of the empanadas with a little water and sprinkle with additional cheese.
- 9
Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 10
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 11
Serve warm and enjoy!