Embrace the Flavor of Mendoza with Empanadas Mendocinas! 🥟

Argentina is a land of diverse recipes and traditions, each region offering its unique twist. Today, let's savor the authentic taste of Mendoza through its iconic empanadas. These empanadas, crafted with love, are the perfect addition to any gathering. You can cook them baked or fried, although baked is most typical.

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Ingredients:

• Heritage Blend 4 tbsps

• Ground Beef 1 Lb

• Onions (Cut in Julienne) 2 Lb

• Salt to Taste

• Optional: Hard Boiled Eggs, Green Olives

Dough:

• Flour 1 Lb 

• Water 2 cups

• Sunflower Oil 1/2 cup

Method:

1. In a pot, cook the onions. After removing the extra water (released by the onions) add the meat. 

2. Season the mix with Heritage Blend, add salt, and let the empanada filling rest and cool down in the fridge. 

3. Make the dough by mixing all the ingredients in a bowl. Let the dough rest for 30 minutes. 

4. Preheat the oven at 420*F.

5. Then roll the dough into a rectangle, about 3mm in thickness. Cut circles of 5 to 7 cm with a cutter or a cup.

6. Place the empanada filling in the middle of the circle. Add a slice of hard boiled egg and a few small slices of green olive, if desired. Then, close the circle and wrap the edges to seal the empanada.

7. Place the empanadas on a sheet pan and Bake them at 420*f for 15 to 20 minutes.

I hope you love this simple, traditional, and delicious recipe as much as I do and you’re able to make this empanada recipe for your next gathering of family or friends. If you make this recipe with Nativo Spices, don’t forget to share your masterpiece with us on social media!