FoodHopp

Name: Authentic Empanadas de Carne y Queso from Nicaragua
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Nicaragua
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup cold vegetable oil; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup water (for brushing); 1 pound ground beef; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack recommended); Vegetable oil for frying or baking

Empanadas de Carne y Queso

Nicaragua

Flaky pastry filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese, typically fried or baked.

Rate this food

Recent Reviews

Loading reviews...