Beef Empanadas Recipe

Name: Beef Empanadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp vegetable or peanut oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 None fresh long green chili pepper, seeded and finely sliced; 1/2 tsp ground allspice; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 lb ground beef; 1 1/4 cups jarred chunky tomato salsa; 2 pkg refrigerated pie crusts (4 crusts); 1 1/2 cups sour cream; 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce; None None Mixed green salad, to serve

Servings: persons

1 tbsp vegetable or peanut oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 None fresh long green chili pepper, seeded and finely sliced
1/2 tsp ground allspice
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 lb ground beef
1 1/4 cups jarred chunky tomato salsa
2 pkg refrigerated pie crusts (4 crusts)
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 tbsp sweet chili sauce
None None Mixed green salad, to serve

1
Preheat the oven to 425u00b0F. Line a large baking pan with parchment paper.
2
Heat the oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Cook and stir the onion, garlic, chili pepper and spices for 3 mins. Add the ground beef. Cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up the lumps, for 4 mins or until brown.
3
Stir in the salsa. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered for 5 mins. Cool.
4
Lightly roll out or press pie crusts on a floured surface into a square. Cut each crust into 4 squares. Spoon filling evenly onto each square. Top each with a little sour cream. Fold the pastry over to enclose the mixture; press the edges with a fork to seal. Place on the prepared tray.
5
Bake for 20-25 mins or until golden brown. Combine remaining sour cream with the sweet chili sauce. Serve the empanadas with salad and the sour cream mixture.

520

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp vegetable or peanut oil, 1 large onion, finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 1 None fresh long green chili pepper, seeded and finely sliced, 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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