Description
Bite-sized, savory mini beef empanadas that are easy to make and perfect for snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package empanada dough discs
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, cook the onion and garlic until soft.
- Add the ground beef, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool.
- Take an empanada dough disc and place a spoonful of the beef mixture in the center.
- Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Avoid over-stuffing the empanadas to prevent bursting. Let meat mixture cool before filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American