Description
This versatile empanada dough is perfect for both savory and sweet fillings, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 egg (optional, for egg wash)
Instructions
- Combine the flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Cut in the chilled, diced butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually stir in the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until a ball forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and cut into circles.
- Fill with your choice of fillings, fold, and crimp the edges to seal.
- Bake or fry the empanadas until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
Chill the dough before rolling for the best texture. Customize fillings to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking, Frying
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg