Keto Empanada de Carne

Satisfy your cravings without compromising your low-carb lifestyle with this delectable Keto Empanada de Carne recipe! Featuring a perfectly golden, flaky dough made from almond flour, mozzarella, and cream cheese, these savory hand pies are packed with a spiced ground beef filling infused with cumin, paprika, and garlic. Ready in just an hour, this keto-friendly twist on the classic empanada is the ultimate combination of flavor and convenience, perfect for meal prep, party appetizers, or a quick snack. Baked to perfection, these empanadas deliver big on taste while keeping carbs to a minimum, making them a guilt-free treat for your ketogenic journey.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups almond flour
• 2 ounces cream cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium (chopped) onion
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg wash (egg whisked with a bit of water)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the cream cheese and mozzarella cheese. Microwave for about 1 minute until the cheeses are melted and easily mixed together.

Step 3

Add the almond flour and one egg to the melted cheese mixture. Mix until you form a dough. Allow it to cool slightly; then knead until smooth.

Step 4

Set the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut round discs using a cookie cutter or a glass to make large circles.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant, around 30 seconds.

Step 7

Add the ground beef to the onion and garlic. Cook until the beef is browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.

Step 8

Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well with the beef mixture.

Step 9

Remove the beef filling from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 10

Place about a tablespoon of the beef mixture onto each circle of dough. Fold the dough over to form a crescent and seal the edges using a fork.

Step 11

Brush the tops of the empanadas with the egg wash.

Step 12

Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 13

Let the empanadas cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1206.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3365.6

Total Fat 268.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 804.9mg	0%
Sodium 3331.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.1g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 189.6g	0%

Vitamin D 68IU	0%
Calcium 2227.7mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 1634.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.7%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 8.4%