Beef Empanada Recipe: A Delicious Latin Snack to Try

Beef Empanada Recipe: These savory Beef Empanadas feature a flavorful beef filling with a blend of onions, olives, sofrito, and Goya seasonings, wrapped in a crisp, golden shell. Perfect for a snack, appetizer, or light meal.

Ingredients Beef Empanada Recipe:

• 1 tablespoon Goya Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• ½ pound ground beef
• ½ medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• ¼ cup Goya Tomato Sauce
• 6 Goya Spanish Olives Stuffed with Minced Pimientos, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons Goya Sofrito
• 1 packet Sazon Goya with Coriander and Annatto
• 1 teaspoon Goya Minced Garlic
• ½ teaspoon Goya Dried Oregano
• Goya Ground Black Pepper, to taste
• 1 (14 ounce) package yellow or white Goya Discos empanada discs, thawed
• 1 quart Goya Corn Oil, for frying

Directions Beef Empanada Recipe:

1. Prepare the filling:
   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
   • Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
   • Add the chopped onions and cook for another 3 minutes, until softened.
   • Stir in the tomato sauce, sliced olives, sofrito, Sazon, minced garlic, oregano, and black pepper. Let simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
   • Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
2. Assemble the Beef Empanadas:
   • Lay out the empanada discs on a clean surface.
   • Place a spoonful of the beef filling in the center of each disc.
   • Fold the discs in half to form a half-moon shape, pressing the edges together to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative touch.
3. Fry the Beef Empanadas:
   • Heat the Goya corn oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
   • Carefully add the empanadas in batches, frying for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy.
   • Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
4. Serve:
   • Serve the Beef Empanadas warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition (per serving):

• Calories: 250-300 kcal
• Fat: 18-20g
• Carbohydrates: 20-25g
• Protein: 8-10g
• Sodium: 500-600mg

Prep Time:

• Total: 40 minutes
  • Prep: 10 minutes
  • Cook: 30 minutes

Enjoy your delicious homemade Beef Empanadas!

Source: www.allrecipes.com