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Bay Ridge Empanadas Recipe

Conquer your cravings with this easy empanada recipe! These savory pastries are bursting with perfectly seasoned beef, corn, and cheddar cheese, encased in golden-brown, flaky dough. A family favorite, ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 365.9 kcal
Protein 34g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bay Ridge Empanadas

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 (0.28 ounce) packet sazon seasoning
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen empanada wrappers (about 10-12)
  • 1 large egg, beaten

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How to Make Bay Ridge Empanadas

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute more.
  4. Stir in ground beef, cumin, curry powder, chili powder, allspice, thyme, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cook, breaking up beef with a spoon, until browned, about 10-12 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
  6. Stir in frozen corn and cheddar cheese. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  8. In a small bowl, melt butter and whisk in sazón seasoning.
  9. On a lightly floured surface, lay out one empanada wrapper at a time. Place 2 heaping tablespoons of filling in the center.
  10. Brush the edges of the wrapper with beaten egg.
  11. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape, pressing firmly to seal and remove any air pockets.
  12. Crimp the edges using a fork to create a decorative seal.
  13. Repeat steps 9-12 with remaining wrappers.
  14. Place empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  15. Brush the tops of the empanadas with the melted butter mixture.
  16. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up. Check for doneness after 20 minutes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

75g

Carbs

2g

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