Description
Easy Beef Empanadas are the ultimate solution for a quick, delicious meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With their flaky pie crust and savory ground beef filling, these empanadas bring a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will impress your family and friends. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Customize them with your favorite vegetables or spices to make them uniquely yours. Serve warm with fresh salads, salsas, or guacamole, and enjoy these fun finger foods at your next party!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of pre-made pie crust (2 rolls)
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/4 cup diced yellow onion
- 1/2 medium diced bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup Mexican blended cheese
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, onions, and bell pepper until the meat is browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in cumin, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili powder; cook for another two minutes until fragrant.
- Roll out pie crusts on a floured surface and cut into circles approximately the size of a cereal bowl.
- Place circles on the baking sheet and fill each with 2-3 tablespoons of beef mixture and one tablespoon of cheese.
- Fold circles in half and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (74g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg