Smoky Bbq Beef Empanadas
Flaky pastry pockets filled with savory ground beef, smoked paprika, and tangy barbecue sauce for a perfect handheld meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80/20)
- 1 unit Small yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup Smoky barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 12 units Empanada dough discs
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt and black pepper
- 1 unit Egg (for wash)
- 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and diced onions until the meat is cooked through and onions are translucent.
- 3
Drain any excess grease from the skillet, then stir in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and barbecue sauce.
- 4
Simmer the beef mixture for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, then remove from heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.
- 5
Stir the shredded cheddar cheese into the cooled beef mixture.
- 6
Place a spoonful of the beef filling onto the center of each empanada disc, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 7
Fold the discs in half to create a half-moon shape and crimp the edges firmly with a fork to seal.
- 8
Brush the tops of the empanadas with a beaten egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition per Serving
420
Calories
22g
Protein
38g
Carbs
20g
Fat
2g
Fiber
7g
Sugar
780mg
Sodium
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