Easy Beef Empanadas

Perfect for snack time, parties, or a satisfying on-the-go meal, these Easy Beef Empanadas are a flavorful blend of savory ingredients wrapped in crispy, golden pastry. Featuring a hearty filling of spiced ground beef, sautéed onions, garlic, and tangy green olives, these empanadas are elevated with the unique addition of diced hard-boiled egg for an irresistible texture and taste. The recipe comes together effortlessly with store-bought empanada dough, saving you time without compromising on authenticity. A quick egg wash ensures a beautifully golden finish, making these empanadas as stunning as they are delicious. Ready in under an hour, they’re baked, not fried, for a lighter twist on this classic Latin American favorite. Serve warm or at room temperature and watch them disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 450 grams Ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.25 cup Green olives, chopped
• 1 large Hard-boiled egg, diced
• 12 pieces Empanada dough rounds
• 1 large Egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the tomato paste and mix well until evenly combined.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped green olives and diced hard-boiled egg. Set the filling aside to cool slightly.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7

Place an empanada dough round on a clean surface and add about 2 tablespoons of the beef filling to the center. Be careful not to overfill.

Step 8

Fold the dough in half to enclose the filling, creating a half-moon shape. Press the edges together with your fingers, then crimp with a fork to seal.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining dough rounds and beef filling. Place the empanadas on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

Brush the tops of the empanadas with the beaten egg to give them a nice golden finish.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown and crisp.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1383.7 grams (1383.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3248

Total Fat 184.70g	237%
Saturated Fat 62.60g	313%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 691mg	230%
Sodium 6166mg	268%
Total Carbohydrate 266.40g	97%
Dietary Fiber 18.70g	67%
Total Sugars 21.80g
Protein 128.90g	258%

Vitamin D 85IU	425%
Calcium 331mg	25%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 2195mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.3%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 32.9%