Empanadas de Carne Molida (Ground Beef) Recipe

Name: Empanadas de Carne Molida (Ground Beef)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cup Instant Corn flour Masa(add more if you want to make more); 1 water as needed; 1 frying oil(about 2 cups if its a medium pan); 1 Ground Beef(I used 1 package..you can use as much as you want); 1 can tomatoe sauce(I used the small size can); 1 Ground California Chili(add to taste - I used about 2-3 tbsps); 1 dash chicken flavor bouillon(add to taste); 1 water( you can add less or more it all depends on how juicy you want it); 1 Monterey Jack Cheese thin slices(OPTIONAL); 1 packages diced Nopales; 1 diced onion; 1 diced tomatoes(I used 1 large); 1 bunch diced cilantro(optional); 1 cup squeezed limon(you can add more or less your choice)

Servings: persons

4 cup Instant Corn flour Masa(add more if you want to make more)
1 water as needed
1 frying oil(about 2 cups if its a medium pan)
1 Ground Beef(I used 1 package..you can use as much as you want)
1 can tomatoe sauce(I used the small size can)
1 Ground California Chili(add to taste - I used about 2-3 tbsps)
1 dash chicken flavor bouillon(add to taste)
1 water( you can add less or more it all depends on how juicy you want it)
1 Monterey Jack Cheese thin slices(OPTIONAL)
1 packages diced Nopales
1 diced onion
1 diced tomatoes(I used 1 large)
1 bunch diced cilantro(optional)
1 cup squeezed limon(you can add more or less your choice)

1
Beef: Cook Beef well.
2
ADD tomatoe sauce,dash of bouillon,about 2-3 tbsp of Ground California Chili, and some water.
3
STIR.
4
Bring it to a boil then Turn off stove.
5
Mix Masa with water.
6
Make sure the dough its not to sticky.
7
Do golf sized balls.
8
Pat them until they are flat like tortillas.
9
Start stuffing them with the beef.
10
Fold them in half and start sealing the edges.
11
**I like to add Monterey Jack Cheese thin slice (optional)**
12
Heat up some frying oil and once its hot.
13
Begin frying your Empanada...ONCE IT TURNS GOLDEN BROWN --> remove from pan.
14
Nopales: Boil until tender then drain water...Mix diced nopales,tomatoes,onion, and cilantro.
15
Squeeze a good amount of limon on it.
16
Stir and Enjoy!
17
You can also make Rice as a side dish as well.
18
ENJOY!
19
!

900

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

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

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.

My Personal Notes

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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: 4 cup Instant Corn flour Masa(add more if you want to make more), 1 water as needed, 1 frying oil(about 2 cups if its a medium pan), 1 Ground Beef(I used 1 package..you can use as much as you want), and more.

Yes, Empanadas de Carne Molida (Ground Beef) 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!

Empanadas de Carne Molida (Ground Beef)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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