Paleo Fried Empanadas

Satisfy your cravings with these irresistible Paleo Fried Empanadas—a grain-free twist on a traditional favorite! Featuring a perfectly crisp, golden-brown pastry made from a blend of almond flour, tapioca starch, and coconut flour, these empanadas are both gluten-free and paleo-friendly. The savory filling combines seasoned ground beef, aromatic onions, garlic, and vibrant spices like smoked paprika and cumin, creating a bold and flavorful bite in every piece. Gently fried in avocado oil for an extra crunchy texture, these empanadas are ideal for appetizers, snacks, or even a hearty meal. Whether you're following a paleo diet or just looking to indulge in a healthier comfort food option, these homemade empanadas are a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Almond flour
• 0.5 cups Tapioca starch
• 0.25 cups Coconut flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 4 tablespoons Ghee
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 small Onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 0.25 cup Avocado oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine almond flour, tapioca starch, coconut flour, salt, and baking powder.

Step 2

Add the egg, water, and 2 tablespoons of melted ghee to the flour mixture. Mix until a dough forms. Knead briefly until smooth.

Step 3

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, prepare the filling. Finely chop the onion and garlic.

Step 5

In a skillet over medium heat, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of ghee.

Step 6

Sauté the onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 7

Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until fully browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.

Step 8

Stir in the tomato paste, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro. Let the filling cool slightly.

Step 10

Divide the dough into about 12 equal parts and roll each piece into a ball.

Step 11

On a piece of parchment paper, roll each dough ball into a thin circle using a rolling pin.

Step 12

Place a spoonful of beef filling in the center of each circle.

Step 13

Fold the dough over to enclose the filling and press the edges with your fingers or a fork to seal.

Step 14

Heat avocado oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Step 15

Fry each empanada for about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.

Step 16

Remove empanadas from the oil and let drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 17

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1169.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3877.3

Total Fat 299.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 700.6mg	0%
Sodium 4464.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.1g	0%
Total Sugars 23.3g
Protein 134.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 584.0mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 2012.1mg	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: 67.2%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 19.5%