Mexican Beef Empanadas
These Mexican Beef Empanadas are savory pastries filled with spiced ground beef, perfect for a snack or meal.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon oil
- ½ small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons tomato sauce or salsa
- ¼ cup beef broth
For the Dough
- 1 package empanada discs or refrigerated pie dough
- 1 egg beaten, for egg wash
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, then stir in spices, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the empanada discs and place a spoonful of filling in the center of each.
- Fold the discs over to form a half-moon shape. Seal the edges with a fork. Brush the tops with beaten egg.
- Place empanadas on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
Serve warm with salsa or guacamole for dipping.