Vegetarian Empanadas Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Empanadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 kilogram flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup water; 50 grams vegetable shortening; 2 1/2 poblano peppers; cooking oil spray; 1 1/2 onions; 3 cloves garlic minced; 2 1/2 tablespoons low fat sour cream; 3/4 cup goat cheese crumbled; 1 1/2 cups chihuahua cheese diced; salt; ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 kilogram flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup water
50 grams vegetable shortening
2 1/2 poblano peppers
cooking oil spray
1 1/2 onions
3 cloves garlic minced
2 1/2 tablespoons low fat sour cream
3/4 cup goat cheese crumbled
1 1/2 cups chihuahua cheese diced
salt
ground black pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
2
In a bowl, add the flour, salt, and sugar. Add the egg in the middle.
3
Separately, melt the shortening in 1/2 cup warm water. Pour into the middle of the flour, salt, and sugar and knead. The dough should be soft and smooth. Cover with a rag and let it rest for 30 minutes.
4
Make 4-centimeter balls. Flatten with the rolling pin until thin.
5
Roast the poblano chilies, let them sweat, then peel. Cut into thin strips and set aside.
6
Spray cooking oil into a skillet and place over medium-high heat. Slice the onion into thin half moons and add to the skillet. Once it turns golden brown, add the garlic and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove and mix with the poblano chili strips. Let it cool.
7
Add the cream and cheeses. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8
Fill the empanada dough circles with the filling. Close the empanadas and seal with a fork. Brush with the remaining egg and make a few holes in the empanada to let the vapor out.
9
Bake until golden brown and serve.

843

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 kilogram flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon sugar, 2 eggs, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian 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.

Vegetarian Empanadas

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