Ninfa'S Banana Empanadas - Empanadas De Platanos

Name: Ninfa'S Banana Empanadas - Empanadas De Platanos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: empanada dough; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon granulated sugar; 4 4 tablespoons shortening or 4 tablespoons butter, cut into small bits; 3/4 cup warm water; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 egg yolk (optional); for each empanada; 8 -10 small fresh bananas, sliced; 8 -10 tablespoons dark seedless raisins; 8 -10 tablespoons chopped pecans; 8 -10 teaspoons honey; 1 egg white, for sealing edges; oil, for frying; garnish; 1 tablespoon powdered sugar; 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 5 slices fresh bananas; 1 teaspoon chopped pecans; 1 teaspoon dark seedless raisins; 4 1/2 ounces vanilla ice cream (1 scoop); 1 maraschino cherry; 1/4 cup caramel sauce (available in grocery stores or make your own cajeta sauce)

Servings: persons

empanada dough
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
4 4 tablespoons shortening or 4 tablespoons butter, cut into small bits
3/4 cup warm water
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg yolk (optional)
for each empanada
8 -10 small fresh bananas, sliced
8 -10 tablespoons dark seedless raisins
8 -10 tablespoons chopped pecans
8 -10 teaspoons honey
1 egg white, for sealing edges
oil, for frying
garnish
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
5 slices fresh bananas
1 teaspoon chopped pecans
1 teaspoon dark seedless raisins
4 1/2 ounces vanilla ice cream (1 scoop)
1 maraschino cherry
1/4 cup caramel sauce (available in grocery stores or make your own cajeta sauce)

1
To make dough: Measure flour and sugar into bowl; stir to mix.
2
Add fat and thoroughly work it into the flour.
3
Dissolve salt in water (mix with egg yolk, if using), and add to flour mixture; mix to form a medium-stiff dough.
4
Knead for 4 to 5 minutes.
5
Divide dough into about 8 to 10 equal parts, roll into balls, cover with plastic wrap and let sit for about 20 to 30 minutes to rest.
6
For each empanada, roll a ball of dough into a flat round, tortilla- shape, about 8 inches in diameter (use a tortilla press, if available).
7
Place on a hot pan and cook briefly on one side.
8
On the center of the tortilla, with the cooked side to the inside, put bananas, raisins, pecans and honey.
9
With a small pastry brush, brush egg white around the edges and fold it over to form a half-moon shape.
10
Press around the edges to seal with a fork.
11
Pour oil to a depth of 1 1/2 inches into a wide frying pan and heat oil to 350 degrees.
12
Fry empanadas for 2 minutes, turning as necessary, until golden brown.
13
Remove from oil and let drain.
14
Sprinkle powdered sugar over top, then cinnamon.
15
Garnish with banana slices, pecans, and raisins.
16
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side, top with the cherry and accompany with a pitcher of warm cajeta (caramel) sauce.

3387

kcal

Calories

232

Fat

316

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: empanada dough, 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, 4 4 tablespoons shortening or 4 tablespoons butter, cut into small bits, and more.

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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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