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A very typical Argentine recipe, the Beef Empanada. It changes according to the province where it is prepared. This recipe is the traditional one, called “Empanada Criolla”. These pies are fried in fat and stuffed with meat, onions, red bell pepper, olives, and boiled egg; They are seasoned with oregano, ground chili, paprika, cumin and salt. They are very juicy and delicious. Although enjoyed on every occasion and throughout the whole year, the empanadas cannot be missing during the national holidays, May 25 or July 9. I hope you like this recipe.
Ingredients (yields two dozen):
500 gr of Lean Ground Beef
500 gr of White Onions
½ Red bell pepper (120 gr)
65 gr of Beef Tallow (Butter, margarine or vegetable oil can be used instead)
1 Tsp of Oregano
½ Tsp of Cumin
½ Tsp of Red Chili Pepper
1 Tbsp Sweet Paprika
1 Tsp of Salt
For the Dough (24 discs):
500 gr of All Purpose Flour
75 gr of Lard
1 Tsp of Salt
240 cc of Hot Water
Oil or Shortening for frying
Source: Argentine Beef Empanadas / Meat Pies
YouTube Channel: El Pastificio de Nicola