Ground Beef Empanadas
Savor the taste of homemade Ground Beef Empanadas, a crispy, cheesy treat that pairs perfectly with creamy guacamole. These 30-minute empanadas are made with simple, flavorful ingredients and refrigerated pie crust for ease, offering a delicious twist on a classic that's sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1/4 onion - diced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder - or chipotle chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces diced green chiles
- 4 ounces diced pimento peppers
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese - or Mexican blend
- 2 refrigerated pie crusts
- 1 egg - whisked
- HERDEZ™ Traditional Guacamole - for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a non-stick baking mat.
- Shape the Dough: Flatten out the pie crusts on a smooth surface. Use a 3-inch cutter to make round dough pieces. Dough leftovers can be re-rolled and cut again to maximize use.
- Brown the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef until browned.
- Mix in Spices and Veggies: Add onions, cumin, chili powder, salt, green chiles, and pimento peppers to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to integrate the flavors.
- Combine Tomato Paste and Cheese: Fold in tomato paste and shredded cheese into the skillet mixture. Once evenly mixed, remove the skillet from the heat.
- Assemble Empanadas: Spoon the beef mixture onto each pie crust circle, fold the dough over, and press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Baking Time: Place the empanadas on the baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake until they are golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- Enjoy: Let the empanadas cool slightly before serving with HERDEZ™ Traditional Guacamole for a complete and tasty meal.