Beef Empanadas with Garlic Chimichurri
Beef Empanadas with Garlic Chimichurri are a delightful fusion of flaky pastry and savory beef filling, elevated by a zesty garlic chimichurri sauce. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 package (10) empanada dough discs
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add bell peppers, garlic, and ground beef; cook until browned.
- Stir in cumin and season with salt and pepper; cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Blend parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a bowl; adjust seasoning to taste.
- Place filling onto one side of each dough disc. Brush edges with water and fold over to seal.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Place empanadas on parchment-lined baking sheet, brush tops with egg wash, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Customize the filling by adding cheese or olives for extra flavor. Swap ground beef for chicken or turkey if desired. Make dough ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze for convenience.