Welcome to the ultimate guide to making savory and cheesy Beef Empanadas! This exclusive recipe will keep you engaged and excited from start to finish. Let’s dive into the delicious world of empanadas.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need:
For the Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup cold water
For the Filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
For Assembly:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)