Weeknight Ground Beef Empanadas

Quick, hearty, and packed with bold flavors, these Weeknight Ground Beef Empanadas are the perfect solution for busy evenings or casual gatherings. Featuring a savory filling of seasoned ground beef, aromatic onions, garlic, and a touch of tomato paste for richness, these empanadas are encased in crispy, golden-brown empanada dough baked to perfection. With the warming spices of paprika, cumin, and chili powder, every bite delivers a comforting kick of flavor. Ready in just under an hour, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying, using convenient frozen dough discs for minimal prep. Serve these crowd-pleasing hand pies with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible meal or snack!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 10 frozen empanada dough discs, thawed
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, beef broth, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let the filling cool for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Lay out the thawed empanada dough discs on a clean surface. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the beef filling into the center of each disc.

Step 7

Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together firmly and crimp them with a fork to seal.

Step 8

Place the empanadas on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg to ensure a golden-brown crust.

Step 9

Bake the empanadas in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.

Step 10

Let the empanadas cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1407.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2822.9

Total Fat 160.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 507.1mg	0%
Sodium 3635.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 223.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.8g
Protein 119.1g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 260.9mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 2105.2mg	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: 51.4%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 31.7%