Savory Beef and Rice Empanadas
Flaky pastries filled with seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese, air fried until perfectly crispy and golden brown. These empanadas are a satisfying and delicious meal or snack for any occasion.
ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package of refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- 1 egg, beaten
steps
- 1.
Preheat oven to 375°F.
- 2.
In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Add onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until onions are translucent.
- 3.
Remove from heat and stir in cooked rice and cheddar cheese until well combined.
- 4.
Roll out pie crusts and cut into circles. Place a spoonful of beef and rice mixture in the center of each circle.
- 5.
Fold the dough over the filling and crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Brush with beaten egg.
- 6.
Place empanadas on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 7.
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Beef and Rice Empanadas!
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