Empanadas Beef Turnovers Recipe

Experience the taste of Argentina with these delicious beef empanadas! A treasured family recipe passed down through generations, these savory turnovers are perfectly seasoned and flaky. Learn to make authentic empanadas, originally from the Catamarca province, just like Rosa Angelita Castro de Flores, as featured in Saveur magazine. This recipe skips the raisins for a purist's take on a classic. Save time with store-bought pastry sheets if needed. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 342.5 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 4.5 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Empanadas Beef Turnovers

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How to Make Empanadas Beef Turnovers

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced and the mixture has thickened.
  5. Stir in the sliced hard-boiled eggs and green olives.
  6. Let the filling cool completely.
  7. If using store-bought pastry sheets, roll them out slightly. If making your own dough, follow your recipe instructions for rolling it out.
  8. Cut the dough into 6-inch circles (or use pre-cut circles).
  9. Place a spoonful of the beef filling in the center of each circle.
  10. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, crimping the edges to seal.
  11. Brush the empanadas with the egg wash.
  12. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  13. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

39g

Carbs

8g