Ingredients for Beef Turnovers Empanadas
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup sofrito
- 1 packet Sazon Goya with coriander and annatto (optional)
- 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup stuffed green olives, sliced
- 1 (14 ounce) package empanada discs or 1 batch homemade empanada dough
- 2 1/2 inches vegetable oil for frying
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup cooked diced potatoes (optional)
- 2 hard boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
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How to Make Beef Turnovers Empanadas
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add 1 pound ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Stir in 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Add 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 1/4 cup beef broth. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened slightly.
- While the filling simmers, roll out empanada discs (store-bought or homemade) to about 6 inches in diameter.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture into the center of each disc.
- Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape. Moisten the edges with water and crimp with a fork to seal.
- Heat 2 1/2 inches of vegetable oil in a large, deep saucepan over medium heat. Use a thermometer to ensure the oil reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully fry the empanadas in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan, for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the empanadas and place them on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
5g
Fat
19g
Carbs
0g
