Beef Empanadas Recipe

Name: Beef Empanadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 34 lb leftover roast beef; ⅓ cup raisins; 1 cup boiling water; 1 small onion, minced; 2 garlic cloves; 2 tablespoons butter; ⅓ cup black olives, chopped; ⅓ cup mild green chili, chopped; 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced; ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; 1 egg, beaten; 4 cups flour, unsifted; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 ⅓ cups shortening; ½ tablespoons cold water; 1 egg, beaten

Servings: persons

34 lb leftover roast beef
⅓ cup raisins
1 cup boiling water
1 small onion, minced
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup black olives, chopped
⅓ cup mild green chili, chopped
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 egg, beaten
4 cups flour, unsifted
1 teaspoon salt
1 ⅓ cups shortening
½ tablespoons cold water
1 egg, beaten

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["FILLING:.", "In food processor, chop beef fine.", "Soak raisins in boiling water.", "Drain and dry.", "Saute onion & garlic in butter.", "Combine beef, raisins, sauteed ingredients, olives, chiles, brown sugar, cilantro, salt, pepper, and egg.", "PASTRY:.", "Combine flour, salt in large bowl.", "Cut in shortening with pastry blender.", "Sprinkle in cold water and mix lightly with fork.", "With hands shape dough.", "in ball and divide in half.", "Roll half dough between 2 sheets of saxed.", "paper to 21 x 11 inches.", "Peel off top layer of paper.", "Cut 8 - 5"".", "circles.", "Place on ungreased baking sheets.", "Spoon 3 tablespoons meat mix into each.", "circle.", "Moisten edges with water.", "Fold pastry in half and press edges to.", "firmly seal.", "Crimp edges or press edges with tines of fork.", "Prick tops.", "with fork.", "Brush with beaten egg.", "Repeat with other half of pastry.", "Bake.", "35 minutes.", "Serve warm or at room temperature."]

10853

kcal

Calories

727

Fat

121

Carbs

1024

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 34 lb leftover roast beef, ⅓ cup raisins, 1 cup boiling water, 1 small onion, minced, and more.

Yes, Beef Empanadas falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Beef Empanadas

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