Name: Authentic Empanadas de Pollo from Nicaragua
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Nicaragua
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup cold water; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying); 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken (shredded); 1/4 cup finely chopped white onion; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon dried cilantro (or fresh cilantro, chopped); 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream (optional, for moistness); 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional, for brushing)

Empanadas de Pollo Nicaragua

Flaky pastry filled with shredded chicken, often fried or baked.

Nicaragua empanadas

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