Best 6 Air Fryer Beef Turnovers Recipes

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Air fryer beef turnovers have quickly become a popular appetizer or snack recipe due to their crispy texture, savory filling, and ease of preparation. Utilizing an air fryer offers a healthier alternative to deep-frying while still achieving that golden-brown, crunchy exterior. The combination of tender ground beef, flavorful seasonings, and flaky puff pastry makes these turnovers irresistible. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a delicious party appetizer, this article will guide you through the process of creating perfect air fryer beef turnovers, providing tips and variations to suit your taste preferences.

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AIR FRYER THREE-CHEESE TURNOVERS



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Creamy ricotta, sharp provolone, and salty pecorino blend together to create the perfect cheesy filling for these easy-to-prepare appetizer-sized turnovers.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 16 turnovers

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 pound ricotta cheese
2 ounces grated provolone cheese
2 ounces grated pecorino cheese
1 large egg
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 sheet thawed frozen puff pastry
Melted butter, for brushing
Sesame seeds, for sprinkling
Marinara sauce, warmed, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 375˚ F. Combine the ricotta, provolone, pecorino, egg, basil, salt and pepper in a medium bowl; mix well.
  • Roll out the puff pastry just to remove the creases; slice into 16 equal squares. Dollop a tablespoonful of the cheese mixture onto a pastry square. Lightly brush the edges with melted butter, fold in half to form a triangle and pinch closed; crimp the edges with a fork. Repeat with the remaining pastry squares, refrigerating the finished turnovers on a parchment-lined pan while you form the rest.
  • Brush the tops of the turnovers with more melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Place 5 or 6 turnovers in the air fryer basket and cook until puffed and golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Repeat with the remaining turnovers. Serve with warm marinara sauce.

AIR-FRYER BEEF TURNOVERS



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Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 jar (16 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed, drained and chopped
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
3 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; crumble meat; drain. Add sauerkraut and cheese. , Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into rectangles; pinch seams to seal. Place 1/2 cup beef mixture in the center of each rectangle. Bring corners to the center and pinch to seal. Bake until golden brown, 12-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 634 calories, Fat 35g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

GROUND BEEF TURNOVERS



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Meet the Cook: Traditional meat pies aren't among my husband's favorites. He likes these so much, however, that he even eats them cold! I've found they're a great lunch for a haying crew as well. Brian and I have a son, 11 months. -Wendy Tomlinson, Echo Bay, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 15 turnovers.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1-3/4 cups shortening
1/2 cup ice water
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon white vinegar
FILLING:
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup diced carrots
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 to 2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar and salt; cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, combine the water, egg and vinegar. Add to shortening mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing lightly with a fork until mixture forms a ball. Cover and chill for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, combine the first six filling ingredients. Divide pastry into 15 equal portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion into a 6-1/2-in. circle. , Mound a heaping 1/3 cup filling on half of circle. Moisten edges with water; fold dough over filling and press edges with a fork to seal. Transfer to a greased baking sheet. Repeat with remaining pastry and filling. , Cut three slits in the top of each turnover; brush with cream. Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until vegetables are tender and crust is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449 calories, Fat 27g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

EMPANADAS (BEEF TURNOVERS)



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The perfect pastry for all meals! Empanadas, or beef turnovers, are discs of pastry packed with meat. Some turnover recipes call for all manner of fillings, but this GOYA® Empanada recipe features a delicious tomato, onion, garlic and beef mixture. You can enjoy empanadas as an appetizer, a main dish, or even after your main course. Use GOYA® Discos, or frozen pastry rounds, for a flaky beef turnover that will make your mouth water.

Provided by Goya

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Goya®

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon Goya Extra Virgin Olive Oil
½ pound ground beef
½ medium yellow onion, finely chopped
¼ cup Goya Tomato Sauce
6 Goya Spanish Olives Stuffed with Minced Pimientos, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons Goya Sofrito
1 packet Sazon Goya with Coriander and Annatto
1 teaspoon Goya Minced Garlic
½ teaspoon Goya Dried Oregano
Goya Ground Black Pepper, to taste
1 (14 ounce) package Goya Discos (yellow or white), thawed
Goya Corn Oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, about 10 minutes. Add onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes more. Stir in tomato sauce, olives, Sofrito, Sazon, garlic, oregano and black pepper. Lower heat to medium-low and simmer until mixture thickens, about 15 minutes.
  • On a lightly floured work surface, using a rolling pin, roll out discos until 1/2-inch larger in diameter. Spoon about 1 tbsp. meat mixture into middle, fold in half to form a half moon; moisten edges with water and pinch to seal closed, or seal with a fork.
  • Fill a deep saucepan with oil to a depth of 2 1/2-inches. Heat oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking (350 degrees F on deep-fry thermometer). Cook Empanadas in batches until crisp and golden brown, flipping once, 4 - 6 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.

AIR FRYER NUTELLA® MINI TURNOVERS



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Rich, creamy Nutella® and toasted hazelnuts will delight your taste buds in each bite of these air-fried mini turnovers. Dust with powdered sugar for added sweetness.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     Pie Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
⅓ cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (such as Nutella®)
3 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts, toasted
1 egg
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place puff pastry on a very lightly floured surface and roll to a 9x12-inch rectangle. Cut into twelve 3-inch squares with a sharp knife. Place about 1 teaspoon chocolate-hazelnut spread in the center of each square; sprinkle with hazelnuts. Fold each square diagonally to form a triangle.
  • Whisk together egg and water in a small bowl. Brush egg wash over the edges of each pastry triangle; press to seal.
  • Arrange turnovers in a single layer in the fryer basket and cook in batches until well browned, 5 to 7 minutes per batch. Cool turnovers on a rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 61.8 mg, Sugar 4 g

AIR FRYER NACHOS



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Nachos in the air fryer are an awesome, quick, and easy snack, that's totally customizable. The sky's the limit on your ingredient choices, so feel free to make substitutions to suit your tastes. And they can be turned into a main course by adding some protein like shrimp or chicken for a complete meal.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Nachos

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
2 ½ ounces thin corn tortilla chips
½ teaspoon taco seasoning
1 ¼ cups shredded pepper Jack cheese
1 tablespoon sliced black olives
6 grape tomatoes, halved
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C) for about 3 minutes. Line air fryer basket with foil or a parchment liner, and spray with cooking spray.
  • Spread out chips in the fryer basket in a single layer, slightly overlapping chips, so the cheese doesn't melt through. Lightly dust chips with taco seasoning to get a pop of taco flavor, and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Don't overcrowd the basket.
  • Top cheese with olives and tomatoes and place basket in the air fryer.
  • Air-fry until cheese is melted and chips are starting to slightly brown on the edges, 5 to 6 minutes. Watch closely to be sure the cheese doesn't burn. If necessary, add additional time until you reach your preferred crispness.
  • Move nachos to a plate, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 88.4 mg, Fat 35.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 746.2 mg

Tips:

  • Use wonton or egg roll wrappers for a crispy turnover.
  • Cook the beef filling until it is browned and cooked through.
  • Season the beef filling liberally with salt and pepper.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the filling, such as onions, carrots, celery, and bell peppers.
  • Fold the turnovers tightly so that the filling does not leak out.
  • Brush the turnovers with oil before air frying to help them crisp up.
  • Air fry the turnovers at a high temperature until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve the turnovers hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Air fryer beef turnovers are a quick and easy way to enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party appetizer. With a variety of fillings to choose from, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook beef, give air fryer beef turnovers a try.

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