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Empanada Recipe | Crispy Beef-Filled Latin American Hand Pies

Empanadas are savory hand pies made with flaky pastry filled with seasoned ground beef, onions, peppers, and aromatic spices. Popular throughout Latin America, Spain, and the Philippines, empanadas vary by region but are commonly baked or fried until golden and crisp. This easy beef version combines a flavorful filling with a tender pastry shell, making it perfect as an appetizer, snack, lunch, or party food. Serve warm with salsa, chimichurri, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Cooking Method

Combine the flour and salt in a large bowl. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add cold water and knead until a smooth dough forms. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef with the onion and bell pepper until browned.
Add the garlic, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
Remove the filling from the heat and let it cool completely.
Divide the dough into small portions and roll each into a thin circle.
Place a spoonful of beef filling in the center of each circle.
Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape and press the edges firmly to seal. Crimp with a fork if desired.
Brush the empanadas with beaten egg.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.
Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm with salsa, chimichurri, or lime wedges.