Description
These golden-brown pastries are filled with seasoned beef and perfectly crispy, making them a crowd favorite. Enjoy a healthier version of this classic dish with easy customization options.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package empanada dough
- 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Stir in cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Remove the beef mixture from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Take a piece of empanada dough and place about one tablespoon of the beef mixture in the center.
- Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and seal the edges tightly.
- Brush the tops of the empanadas with beaten egg.
- Place the empanadas in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Ensure you seal the edges tightly to prevent the filling from leaking out while cooking.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: air-fryer
- Method: air frying
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 40
Keywords: empanadas, beef, air fryer, appetizer, easy recipe