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6 Great Empanada Recipes for the UK :

Empanada Dough (Makes 12)

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
• 4-6 tablespoons ice water

Instructions:

1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
2. Cut in Shortening: Cut in shortening using a pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add Water: Gradually add ice water, mixing with a fork until dough just comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
4. Chill: Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes before using.

Fillings:

1. Spicy Beef Empanadas

• Ingredients:
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped green olives (optional)
• Instructions:
  • Brown ground beef in a skillet.
  • Add onion and garlic, cook until softened.
  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook for a few minutes more, then add cilantro and olives.
  • Let cool slightly before filling empanadas.

2. Creamy Chicken Empanadas

• Ingredients:
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Instructions:
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

3. Cheesy Spinach Empanadas

• Ingredients:
  • 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Instructions:
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.

4. Savoury Mushroom Empanadas

• Ingredients:
  • 1 pound mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Instructions:
  • Sauté mushrooms, onion, and garlic in butter until softened.
  • Stir in parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Let cool slightly before filling empanadas.

5. Hearty Lentil Empanadas

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup cooked lentils
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Instructions:
  • Sauté carrots, celery, and onion in olive oil until softened.
  • Add lentils, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook for a few minutes more, then let cool slightly.

6. Sweet Potato and Black Bean Empanadas

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato
  • 1 cup cooked black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Instructions:
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.

Assembling and Cooking Empanadas:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
3. Cut out circles: Use a 4-inch round cutter to cut out circles from the dough.
4. Fill empanadas: Place a spoonful of filling in the centre of each circle.
5. Seal empanadas: Moisten the edges of the dough with water. Fold dough over filling and press edges together firmly to seal. Crimp edges with a fork or your fingers.
6. Bake: Place empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Enjoy your delicious homemade empanadas!

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