Puerto Rican Fried Meat Pies: Empanadas

Empanadas are a popular dish in many Latin American countries, with each country having its own unique variations and fillings.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Puerto Rican Fried Meat Pies: Empanadas

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Puerto Rican Courses: Any, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2100

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Green olives
• 1 cup Raisins
• 2 tablespoon Sofrito
• 1 teaspoon Adobo seasoning
• 1 packet Sazon seasoning
• 1 cup Pimento-stuffed green olives
• 1 package Frozen empanada discs
• 1 cup Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Add onion, garlic, red bell pepper, green olives, raisins, sofrito, adobo seasoning, and sazon seasoning to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are softened.
3. Remove skillet from heat and let the filling cool.
4. Place a spoonful of the filling onto each empanada disc. Fold the disc in half and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the empanadas until golden brown on both sides.
6. Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.