Easy Beef Empanadas
Easy Beef Empanadas are quick, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. With a flaky crust enveloping a savory filling of lean ground beef, spices, and melted cheese, these delightful pastries can be enjoyed as a main dish or appetizer. Ready in just 30 minutes, they make an ideal weeknight dinner option or a tasty snack at gatherings. Customize them with your favorite veggies or serve alongside dips and salads for a complete meal. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these empanadas will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 8 empanadas 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of pre-made pie crust (2 rolls)
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/4 cup diced yellow onion
- 1/2 medium diced bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 cup Mexican blended cheese
- 1 egg (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned; add onions and bell peppers until softened.
- Drain excess fat, then stir in cumin, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili powder. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Roll out pie crusts and cut into circles. Fill each with 2–3 tablespoons of meat mixture and top with cheese.
- Fold circles to form half-moons and seal edges with a fork.
- Place on a cookie sheet, brush with beaten egg, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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