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Cheesy Beef Empanadas with Chimichurri Sauce

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Golden, flaky empanadas filled with savory ground beef, sautéed onions, and gooey melted cheese. These baked pockets are deliciously crisp and paired perfectly with a bold chimichurri sauce.

Ingredients

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  • For the filling:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
  • For the dough:
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup ice-cold water (plus more if needed)
  • For assembly:
  • 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in ground beef, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until beef is browned and cooked through. Set aside and let cool.
  3. Once cooled, mix in shredded cheese.
  4. To make the dough, combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Stir in the egg and cold water. Mix just until dough comes together. Wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into 4- to 5-inch circles.
  7. Spoon beef mixture onto each circle. Fold and press edges with a fork to seal.
  8. Place empanadas on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush tops with egg yolk.
  9. Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until golden brown. Garnish with chopped parsley.
  10. Serve warm with chimichurri sauce or salsa verde.

Notes

  • Let filling cool completely before assembling to avoid soggy dough.
  • You can use store-bought empanada dough for convenience.
  • Freeze assembled empanadas before baking for future meals.
  • For extra crispiness, bake on a preheated baking sheet.

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Keywords: beef empanadas, cheesy empanadas, homemade dough, chimichurri, Latin appetizer

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