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Name: Authentic Ecuadorian Empanadas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Ecuador
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup water (plus more if needed); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying); 1 pound ground beef or pork (or 1 cup shredded cheese for vegetarian option); 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish); 1 egg, beaten (for brushing edges)

Empanadas

Ecuador

Nationwide

Fried dough pastries filled with meat or cheese.

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