Recipe For Empanadas Colombianas

As a food lover and a professional writer, I always try new recipes and share them with others. I recently tasted Empanadas Colombianas and fell in love with them. I decided to make this article to share my recipe with you all.

• Recipes Information
• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Nutritions Table
• Recipes FAQ
• Recipes Tips

Recipes Information

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Recipe Category: Appetizer
• Recipe Cuisine: Colombian
• Aggregate Rating: 4.8/5

Ingredients

• 2 cups of precooked yellow cornmeal
• 2 cups of water
• 1 pound of ground beef
• 1 diced onion
• 1 diced tomato
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons of cumin
• 2 tablespoons of salt
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1 beaten egg
• 1 cup of vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and tomato and cook until soft.
2. Add 1 pound of ground beef to the pan and cook until brown.
3. Add 2 tablespoons of cumin, 2 tablespoons of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of precooked yellow cornmeal, 2 cups of water, and 1 beaten egg. Mix until it forms a dough.
5. Divide the dough into 12 equal parts and roll them into balls.
6. Place each ball between two pieces of plastic wrap and flatten them with a rolling pin to form a circle.
7. Place a spoonful of the beef mixture in the center of each circle.
8. Fold the circle in half and seal the edges with your fingers.
9. Heat 1 cup of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry the empanadas until golden brown on both sides.
10. Remove the empanadas from the pan and place them on a paper towel to absorb the excess oil.
11. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutritions Table

Recipes FAQ

• What is Empanadas Colombianas?
  Empanadas Colombianas are fried pastries filled with beef, potatoes, and spices.
• Can I use chicken instead of beef?
  Yes, you can use chicken or any other meat of your choice.
• What dipping sauce goes well with Empanadas Colombianas?
  Traditionally, Aji sauce is served with Empanadas Colombianas. However, you can also use any other dipping sauce of your choice.
• Can I bake Empanadas Colombianas instead of frying them?
  Yes, you can bake them in the oven at 375°F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
• Can I freeze Empanadas Colombianas?
  Yes, you can freeze them after frying or before frying. To reheat, bake them in the oven at 375°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
• How long can I keep Empanadas Colombianas in the refrigerator?
  You can keep them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

Recipes Tips

If you want to make the perfect Empanadas Colombianas, here are some tips:

1. Use precooked yellow cornmeal: Precooked yellow cornmeal is the traditional ingredient used in Empanadas Colombianas. It gives them a unique texture and flavor.

2. Don’t overfill the empanadas: Make sure to add just enough filling to the center of each empanada. Overfilling can cause the empanadas to burst during frying.

3. Seal the edges well: Use your fingers to press the edges of the empanadas together tightly. This will prevent the filling from leaking out during frying.