Traditional criollo empanada recipe, a delicious option to share at gatherings or simply enjoy as a snack. The juicy and tasty filling, wrapped in a crispy dough, will delight all your guests.
The criollo empanadas are a classic of Latin American cuisine, with a juicy and flavorful filling wrapped in a crunchy dough.
This recipe will teach you how to prepare them simply and deliciously, perfect for sharing at parties or as a snack at any time.
Uruguayan Empanadas
Ingredients
400 grams of Steak
700 grams of Chopped onion
1 Chopped morrón (bell pepper)
1 Chopped green chili
4 Chopped garlic cloves
2 tablespoons of Ground cumin
500 grams of Flour
200 centiliters of Water
1 tablespoon of Salt
80 grams of Melted beef fat
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this recipe, first chop the meat into small pieces with a sharp knife.
Step 2 : In a large pot with hot olive oil, sauté the onion, morrón, and garlic until they are soft.
Step 3 : Then, add the chili, cumin, and chopped meat.
Step 4 : Cook the mixture for 5 minutes, cover the pot, and turn off the heat.
Step 5 : Let the mixture rest for 20 minutes to allow the meat to finish cooking.
Step 6 : Once the filling mixture has rested and is ready, let it cool completely before proceeding.
Step 7 : Meanwhile, prepare the dough with the necessary ingredients and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Step 8 : Then, portion the dough and form discs for the empanadas.
Step 9 : To assemble the empanadas, fill them with the prepared mixture and seal the edges well.
Step 10 : Bake at moderate temperature until golden brown, usually between 12 and 20 minutes.
Step 11 : Once ready, serve hot, and you can suggest adding a splash of lemon at the moment of serving to enhance the flavors.
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