Description
Beef and Cheese Empanadas are a savory, flaky delight that captures the essence of comfort food. Bursting with seasoned ground beef and melted cheddar cheese, these empanadas are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a casual dinner or a festive gathering. With their golden crust and warm filling, they’re sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 package (14 oz) empanada dough (or homemade)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned.
- Stir in cumin, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Remove from heat; fold in cheddar cheese until slightly melted.
- Roll out dough to 1/8 inch thick; cut into circles. Place a tablespoon of filling on one half of each circle.
- Fold over and seal edges with fingers or a fork; brush tops with egg wash.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake empanadas on a lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg