Easy Homemade Ground Beef Empanada Recipe
This easy homemade ground beef empanada recipe delivers savory, golden-brown pastries filled with seasoned beef, onions, and peppers. Ideal for snacks or meals, these empanadas are perfect for any occasion. Using simple ingredients and a straightforward method, you can whip up a batch of these delicious beef empanadas in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 empanadas
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Onion
- Bell pepper
- Garlic
- Tomato paste
- Cumin
- Paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
- Empanada dough (store-bought or homemade)
- Egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Cook the beef filling: In a skillet, sauté onions, garlic, and bell peppers until soft. Add ground beef, cooking until browned. Mix in tomato paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until the filling thickens and cool.
- Prepare the empanadas: Roll out empanada dough, cut into circles, and fill with the beef mixture. Fold and crimp the edges to seal.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush empanadas with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- You can freeze the unbaked empanadas for a quick snack or meal later.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce, like chimichurri or salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg