PORK EMPANADAS

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This recipe can also be made with shredded beef or chicken. This recipe is from Mark Bittman's cookbook "The Best Recipes in the World".

Provided by Queen Dana

Categories     Pork

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup masa harina
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup lard
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups cooked pork, shredded
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl or food processor combine flour, masa harina, baking and baking powder. Cut in lard and a slowly add in the water.
  • Knead dough on lightly floured surface until smooth. Shape into 12 balls and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F Roll out each ball of dough into a 6 inch circle. Drop about 2 tablespoons of pork in the center of each circle.
  • Fold the circles and seal the dough using a fork or pastry tool. Brush with milk. Bake for about 20 minutes or untill golden brown.

Ronish Basnet
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I'm not a fan of empanadas, but I tried these and they were actually really good. The filling was flavorful and the dough was crispy.


Milad Taheri
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These empanadas were delicious! I'll definitely be making them again.


MC WA MUDRA
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The empanada dough was a bit dry. I think I'll add some more butter next time.


Jennifer Musya
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These empanadas were perfect for a party. They were easy to make ahead of time and everyone loved them.


Mekhail
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I'm not a fan of pork, but I loved these empanadas. The filling was so flavorful.


TIGER GAMER
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I've never made empanadas before, but this recipe made it easy. They turned out great!


Karen Kyarimpa
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These empanadas were a bit bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Saidou Bansan
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The empanada dough was a bit too thick for my taste, but I loved the filling.


Shabab Sm
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These empanadas were easy to make and turned out great! I used a store-bought dough to save time.


Kamogelo Molobisi
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I'm not a fan of empanadas, but I tried these and they were actually really good. The filling was flavorful and the dough was crispy.


Tuhin Alam
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These empanadas were delicious! I'll definitely be making them again.


Paw Fum
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The empanada dough was a bit dry. I think I'll add some more butter next time.


Tayyab Legend
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These empanadas were perfect for a party. They were easy to make ahead of time and everyone loved them.


isaiah mendez
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I'm not a fan of pork, but I loved these empanadas. The filling was so flavorful.


Malik Fiaz Kandan
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I've never made empanadas before, but this recipe made it easy. They turned out great!


MAkbar shafi
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These empanadas were a bit bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Md Imtiyaz
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The empanada dough was a bit too thick for my taste, but the filling was delicious.


Lele cokok
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These empanadas were easy to make and turned out great! I used ground beef instead of pork, and they were still delicious.


Lydia_sun
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I've tried many empanada recipes, but this one is by far the best. The dough is easy to work with and the filling is delicious.


Ugoh Kingsley
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These pork empanadas were a hit at my last party! The filling was flavorful and juicy, and the pastry was crispy and flaky. I'll definitely be making them again.