Guava Empanadas

1. 1

   Pulse the cream cheese, egg, sugar, lime zest and lime juice in a food processor until smooth.

2. 2

   Put 1 tablespoon guava paste in the center of each empanada wrapper, then top with 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture.

3. 3

   Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges with a fork to seal.

4. 4

   Heat about 11/2 inches vegetable oil in a wide saucepan until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Working in batches, fry the empanadas until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

5. 5

   (Return the oil to 350 degrees F between batches.)

6. 6

   Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

7. 7

   Dust with confectioners' sugar.

8. 8

   Photograph by Yunhee Kim

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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