Curried Mushroom Empanadas Recipe

Name: Curried Mushroom Empanadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 medium onions, finely chopped; 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms, diced; 1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms, diced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons curry powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup half-and-half cream; Mango chutney, optional

Servings: persons

1 cup butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms, diced
1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms, diced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
Mango chutney, optional

1
Cream butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in flour. Divide dough in half; flatten each into a disk. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate 1 hour or until easy to handle.
2
Preheat oven to 400u00b0. In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat. Add onions; saute until tender. Add mushrooms; saute until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat.
3
Combine flour, curry, salt and pepper; stir into skillet. Gradually add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
4
On a lightly floured surface, roll one portion of dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-in. round biscuit cutter. Place circles 2 in. apart on parchment paper-lined
5
. Place 1 tablespoon filling on one side of each circle. Brush edges of pastry with water; fold circles in half. With a fork, press edges to seal; prick tops with a fork. Bake until golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Serve warm with chutney if desired.

1251

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, softened, 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened, 3 cups all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Curried Mushroom Empanadas falls under the General 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.

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Curried Mushroom Empanadas

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