BEEFY BASKETBALL EMPANADAS

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These basketball shaped empanadas are filled with a seasoned beef and potato mixture and served with chimichurri for dipping.

Provided by Jonathan Melendez

Categories     Meat

Time 45m

Yield 14 Empanadas

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 lb ground beef
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 small yukon gold potatoes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (14 ounce) package store-bought pie dough
1 large egg
1 pinch orange food coloring, gel
1 edible black food coloring pen
1/2 cup store-bought chimichurri sauce or 1/2 cup homemade chimichurri sauce

Steps:

  • Set a large skillet over medium high-heat with the oil. Once hot, add the beef and break it up with a wooden spoon, cooking until no longer pink, about 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in the onion, garlic, potatoes and season with salt, pepper, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Cook until the onions have softened, about 2 minutes longer. Stir in the cilantro, tomato paste and Worchestershire sauce. Cook over low heat until the potatoes have softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool to room temperature.
  • Roll out the pie dough and cut out into 4-inch circles. Fill half of them with the cooled mixture, about 1 to 2 teaspoons, and then top with another pie circle. Crimp together with a form to seal and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and orange food coloring. Brush the empanadas with the egg wash.
  • Reroll the scraps of dough and cut out into strips and place on top to form the lines of the basketball. Bake until golden, about 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Using the edible black pen, color the lines of the basketball before serving. Serve with chimichurri for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.3, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 24.3, Sodium 340.8, Carbohydrate 16.7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 0.7, Protein 5.6

Bhupraj Adhikari
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These empanadas were just okay.


Robert Jean Louis
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Nadiya Akter Mim
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These empanadas were delicious! The perfect party food.


Aaron ross
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I've made these empanadas several times now and they're always a hit.


Khanjahan Ali
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These empanadas were a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Miskatul Mousi
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I'm not a fan of empanadas, but I tried these and they were actually really good.


Candice Wise
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The recipe was a bit confusing to follow, but the empanadas turned out great.


Adeel Hamza
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These empanadas were easy to make and they tasted amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.


Anuchca Botha
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I'm not a big fan of beef, but I really enjoyed these empanadas. The filling was flavorful and the crust was flaky.


RJ KAWSAR YT
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I made these empanadas for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Mbalazi Patrick
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These empanadas were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were so delicious!


vlogs4funfan Best
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I had trouble getting the crust to brown, but the empanadas still tasted great.


Jona Halder
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The filling was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the crust was amazing.


Karissa Aguila
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I've made these empanadas several times now and they always come out perfect. They're a great appetizer or main course.


Nabibax Mari
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Delicious! The perfect combination of flavors and textures.


Asif Qur4
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Easy to follow recipe and the empanadas turned out great! My family loved them.


West Donn
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These empanadas were a hit at my party! The filling was flavorful and the crust was perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be making these again.