SWISS CHARD EMPANADAS

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 4h40m

Yield 12-4 inch Empanadas

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 bunches Swiss Chard, washed, ends trimmed, leaves cut in small pieces, stems cut in 1/2-inch dice
1 large white onion, peeled and diced
3/4 cup grated Cotija cheese (or aged Romano or Parmesan)
1/4 cup grated melting cheese (Asadero, Manchego, Panela, Jack)
1 egg beaten, for egg wash
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste depending on the saltiness of the cheeses)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Squeeze of lime
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chilled lard (or substitute 2 tablespoons olive oil unsalted butter)
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter chilled
About 1/3 cup iced water

Steps:

  • To make dough: In a large bowl combine flour, salt, lard, and butter. Mix lightly with your fingers until the dough forms pea-sized pieces. Stir in iced water and lightly knead until dough forms a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or overnight.
  • To make filling: Heat olive oil in a frying pan and add diced onion, salt and pepper. Cook over moderate heat until onions are soft and begin to turn lightly golden. Add chard stems and cook a minute or two then add the chard leaves and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and cool. Mix cooled cooked chard with grated cheeses and taste, adjust seasoning.:
  • To assemble empanadas: On a lightly floured board, roll the dough out to 1/8 inch thickness and cut 6 circles about 5 inches each or 12 smaller circles. Place filling onto half of circle of dough leaving a border and wet the edges of the dough with the egg wash, then fold the dough over to enclose the filling. Seal the edges by pressing the top to the bottom with the tines of a fork. Chill at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place empanadas on a baking sheet and brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with freshly cracked pepper. With a sharp knife, cut small slits in the top of each empanada to allow steam to escape. Bake 30 minutes or until dough is golden. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Mala Xra
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I loved the unique flavor of these empanadas. I will definitely be making them again.


Scott Ingram
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These empanadas were easy to make and they turned out great. I will definitely be making them again.


Aryaan Bsharat
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I would definitely make these empanadas again. They were a big hit with my family.


Erich Johnson
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These empanadas were delicious! The pastry was flaky and the filling was flavorful.


Abdulsomed Naila
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These empanadas were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them.


Javad Singh
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I loved the unique flavor of these empanadas. The Swiss chard and cheese were a perfect combination.


Chantell Bezuidenhout
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These empanadas were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I will definitely be making these again.


Valerie Santiago
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These empanadas were amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and the pastry was perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Fazal Andaz
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I thought these empanadas were just okay. I've had better.


Frfri
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These empanadas were a bit too oily for my taste.


Ifeoma Onuoha
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The pastry was a little too thick for my liking, but the filling was delicious.


Gi Duarte
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These empanadas were a little bland for my taste. I would have liked more seasoning in the filling.


Kerby Vogl
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I'm not a huge fan of Swiss chard, but I really enjoyed these empanadas. The flavors were well-balanced and the pastry was perfect.


Kalv Mark
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These empanadas were easy to make and turned out great. I used a store-bought pie crust to save time, and they still came out delicious.


Ubaid Riaz
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I love the flavors in these empanadas. The Swiss chard is earthy and pairs well with the salty cheese and the savory spices. The pastry is crispy and flaky.


Basshir Amat
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These empanadas were a hit with my family! The combination of Swiss chard, cheese, and spices was delicious. The pastry was flaky and golden brown. I will definitely be making these again.


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