Keto Fried Empanadas

Satisfy your crispy, savory cravings with these irresistible Keto Fried Empanadas, a low-carb twist on the classic Latin hand pie! Featuring a golden almond flour dough enriched with melty mozzarella and cream cheese, these empanadas are perfectly flaky while staying keto-friendly. The filling is a flavorful combination of seasoned ground beef, tender onions, and aromatic garlic, spiced with smoky paprika and earthy cumin for an authentic taste. Fried to perfection in coconut oil, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch and a warm, hearty center. Ready in under an hour, these empanadas make an ideal appetizer, snack, or on-the-go meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve them warm for the ultimate keto comfort food experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups almond flour
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese together, stirring frequently until smooth.

Step 2

Transfer the melted cheese mixture to a mixing bowl and add the almond flour and egg. Mix together to form a dough. If it's sticky, place it in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.

Step 4

Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the beef, cooking until the onion is translucent.

Step 5

Stir in cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, then cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten into a disc between two sheets of parchment paper.

Step 7

Place a spoonful of the beef mixture onto one side of each dough disc, then fold the dough over to cover the filling, pressing the edges to seal.

Step 8

In a large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium-high heat.

Step 9

Fry the empanadas in batches, cooking each side until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 10

Remove empanadas from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if using.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1189.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4055.3

Total Fat 354.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 167.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 746.9mg	0%
Sodium 3107.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 16.8g
Protein 176.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 2188.5mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 1698.6mg	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: 76.6%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 6.4%