Argentinian Style Beef (Or Turkey) Empanadas

Name: Argentinian Style Beef (Or Turkey) Empanadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the filling:; 2 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup); 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 2 tsp. Paprika; 1 tsp. Cumin; 1/8 tsp.Crushed Red Pepper; 1 lb. ground beef (or Turkey); GOYA(R) Adobo All-Purpose Seasoning with Pepper, to taste; 2 hardboiled eggs, peeled and chopped (optional); 1/4 cup raisins, soaked in hot water and drained (optional); 12 Manzanilla Olives Stuffed with Minced Pimientos, chopped (about 1/4 cup); For the dough:; 2 pkgs. (12 oz. each) frozen GOYA(R) Puff Pastry Dough for Turnovers, thawed; 1 egg, lightly beaten with 2 tsp. water

Servings: persons

For the filling:
2 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tsp. Paprika
1 tsp. Cumin
1/8 tsp.Crushed Red Pepper
1 lb. ground beef (or Turkey)
GOYA(R) Adobo All-Purpose Seasoning with Pepper, to taste
2 hardboiled eggs, peeled and chopped (optional)
1/4 cup raisins, soaked in hot water and drained (optional)
12 Manzanilla Olives Stuffed with Minced Pimientos, chopped (about 1/4 cup)
For the dough:
2 pkgs. (12 oz. each) frozen GOYA(R) Puff Pastry Dough for Turnovers, thawed
1 egg, lightly beaten with 2 tsp. water

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["1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook until soft and translucent, about 7 minutes. Add garlic, paprika, cumin and crushed red pepper; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds more.", "", "2. Add ground beef to onion mixture. Cook, stirring and breaking up meat with wooden spoon, until cooked through, about 8 minutes. Season meat mixture with adobo. Gently mix in chopped eggs, raisins and chopped olives. Set beef mixture aside to cool.", "", "3. Heat oven to 375 F. Place dough round on work surface. Using heaping tablespoon measure, spoon meat mixture onto center of dough round. Using pastry brush, paint edges of dough with egg wash. Fold dough into half-moon shape; gently press down edges and twist down to seal. Repeat with remaining ingredients.", "", "4. Divide empanadas among baking sheets, leaving 11/2"" space between each empanada. Brush tops of empanadas with remaining egg wash. Cook until pastries puff, turn golden brown and filling is hot, about 20 minutes."]

485

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the filling:, 2 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup), 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Argentinian Style Beef (Or Turkey) Empanadas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!