{"id":7407,"date":"2025-08-30T00:03:45","date_gmt":"2025-08-30T00:03:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/?p=7407"},"modified":"2025-08-30T00:03:47","modified_gmt":"2025-08-30T00:03:47","slug":"classic-homemade-empanadas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/2025\/08\/30\/classic-homemade-empanadas\/","title":{"rendered":"Classic Homemade Empanadas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"783\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"7408\" src=\"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3c37112a-7856-437e-98a0-af376897c743-783x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3c37112a-7856-437e-98a0-af376897c743-783x1024.jpeg 783w, https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3c37112a-7856-437e-98a0-af376897c743-229x300.jpeg 229w, https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3c37112a-7856-437e-98a0-af376897c743-768x1004.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3c37112a-7856-437e-98a0-af376897c743.jpeg 1092w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 783px) 100vw, 783px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Empanadas are golden, flaky pastries stuffed with savory or sweet fillings, beloved in Latin America, Spain, and even parts of North Africa. The name comes from the Spanish word <em>empanar<\/em>, meaning &#8220;to wrap or coat in bread.&#8221; These hand pies can be filled with meat, vegetables, cheese, or even fruit, making them one of the most versatile comfort foods in the world. Perfect for parties, family dinners, or just a cozy snack, empanadas deliver warm, hearty flavors in every bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Dough:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3 \u00bd cups (450 g) all-purpose flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup (115 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup (120 ml) cold water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp white vinegar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Filling (Beef &amp; Vegetable Classic):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 medium onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or chicken, pork, or turkey)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup red bell pepper, finely diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup green olives, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp smoked paprika<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp ground cumin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp chili flakes (optional for heat)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp tomato paste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc cup beef broth or water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Assembly:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flour for dusting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Instructions &amp; Methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Make the Dough<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cut in the cold butter with your fingers or a pastry cutter until crumbly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the egg, water, and vinegar, mixing until a dough forms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knead gently for 2\u20133 minutes, form into a ball, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Cook the Filling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant and soft.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stir in ground beef, breaking it apart until browned.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mix in bell pepper, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour in broth, simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove from heat and fold in olives and hard-boiled eggs. Let it cool.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Shape the Empanadas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Roll out dough on a floured surface, about \u215b-inch thick.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cut out 5\u20136 inch circles (use a bowl as a guide).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place 2 tbsp filling in the center of each circle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fold in half, pressing edges together. Seal with a fork or pinch into a rope design.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brush tops with beaten egg.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Bake or Fry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bake:<\/strong> Place on parchment-lined tray, bake 25\u201330 minutes until golden brown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fry (optional):<\/strong> Heat oil to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C) and fry 3\u20134 minutes per side until golden.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">History<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Empanadas trace their origins back to Galicia, Spain, where large savory pies called <em>empanadas gallegas<\/em> were popular. Spanish colonizers spread them to Latin America, where each country gave them a unique twist: Argentina\u2019s beef-filled empanadas, Chile\u2019s seafood versions, Colombia\u2019s cornmeal crusts, and Mexico\u2019s sweet dessert empanadas. Today, empanadas symbolize sharing, family, and celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Versatility:<\/strong> Can be stuffed with meat, veggies, or sweet fillings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meal on the Go:<\/strong> Perfect for picnics, school lunches, or travel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customizable:<\/strong> Easily made vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nutritious:<\/strong> Balanced with protein, carbs, and fats<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nutrition (Per Empanada \u2013 Approximate)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Calories: 220<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protein: 10 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carbs: 22 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fat: 11 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fiber: 2 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Golden, flaky, and filled with delicious savory goodness, empanadas are more than just a snack\u2014they\u2019re a cultural treasure enjoyed worldwide. Whether you bake them for a healthier version or fry them for indulgence, empanadas are guaranteed to be a hit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction Empanadas are golden, flaky pastries stuffed with savory or sweet fillings, beloved in Latin America, Spain, and even parts of North Africa. 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