Ingredients for Ground Beef Empanadas:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 envelope taco seasoning
- 3 ¾ cups flour
- 12 tablespoons butter
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 1 Anaheim pepper, chopped
- 1 small white onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt (about 2 teaspoons)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Spices (as per preference)
Instructions:
- Cook Ground Beef Stuffing:
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add oil and cook bell peppers and Anaheim pepper for 5 minutes.
- Add chopped onion and continue cooking for 2 more minutes.
- Add ground beef, minced garlic, preferred spices, and salt. Cook for about 8 minutes until fully cooked. Adjust seasoning and set the beef filling aside to cool.
- Prepare Empanada Dough:
- In a large bowl, mix flour with sugar and salt. Incorporate cold, cubed butter.
- Combine butter and flour until crumbly. Gradually add cold water (about 1 ¼ cups) and knead until dough is no longer sticky.
- Assemble Empanadas:
- Dust a clean countertop with flour and roll small portions of dough into circles.
- Add cheese and the prepared beef filling onto each dough circle.
- Fold over the dough to create a half-circle shape, securely sealing the edges.
- Repeat for all empanadas and refrigerate for an hour before cooking.
- Cook Empanadas:
- Heat a frying pan with about 3 cups of oil over medium heat.
- Fry the empanadas until golden brown, adding extra oil if necessary.
Serving: Serve the cooked empanadas with guacamole, salsa, or sour cream. They can also be enjoyed on their own.
Tips:
- Ensure the empanadas have dried out for an hour in the refrigerator before frying.
- Use extra flour while rolling out the dough to prevent sticking.
- Add oil on top of the empanadas while frying for a crispier texture.
- These empanadas can be versatile in serving, accompanied by various dips or enjoyed plain.
This recipe offers a straightforward method for preparing flavorful ground beef empanadas. The steps are clear, making it easy to follow and create this delicious dish.
