Description
Learn how to make delicious ground beef and cheese empanadas with our easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a tasty snack or meal!
Ingredients
- 5 lbs (680 g) Ground Beef
- 2 medium Yellow Onions, diced
- 2 Red Bell Peppers, diced
- 1 cup (240 ml) Beef Broth
- 5 tbsp (23 ml) Hot Sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Kosher Salt
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Garlic Powder
- Empanada Dough Ball for 12-16 Discs
- 2 cups (200 g) Jack Cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (240 ml) Green Onions, sliced
- 1 qt (946 ml) Vegetable Oil
- Chimichurri for serving
Instructions
- Set your grill to a high temperature (approximately 400°F) for direct grilling. Place a cast iron skillet on the grill to heat up about 2 minutes before you start cooking.
- Put the diced onions and red bell peppers into the hot skillet. Sauté them for 5-7 minutes until the onions become clear.
- After that, pour in the beef broth and let it simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes. Once done, remove the vegetables and set them aside.
- Now, place the ground beef into the skillet, adding kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and hot sauce. Cook until the beef is browned and the liquid has evaporated.
- Once ready, return the cooked veggies to the skillet and combine them with the meat. Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the mixture into a bowl.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1-2 hours until it is completely cool.
- Take the chilled filling and mix in the green onions and shredded cheese. Stir well until evenly combined.
- Lay out an empanada dough disc and place a spoonful of the filling on one half of the disc.
- Gently fold the other half over, forming a half-moon shape. Press the edges to seal the empanada, using either a fork to crimp or by twisting the edges.
- Repeat this process until all the empanadas are assembled.
- Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven to 350°F.
- When the oil is hot, carefully lower the empanadas into the oil to fry for about 1.5-2 minutes on each side until they are golden brown. Fry in batches if needed.
- Once cooked, remove the empanadas and let them rest for 1 minute.
- Serve the empanadas with chimichurri on the side and enjoy!
Notes
- For a healthier option, use lean ground beef or turkey instead of regular ground beef.
- Add extra vegetables like corn, peas, or carrots to boost the empanada filling’s nutritional value.
- Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or mozzarella for a unique flavor twist.
