STANDARD MASA FOR EMPANADAS
Masarepa is cornmeal that has been precooked, dehydrated and ground into a fine powder. It's used all over Colombia, Venezuela and Bolivia for a variety of recipes, including arepas and empanadas.
Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt
Categories snack, finger foods, pastries, project, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield About 24 (3-inch) empanadas
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Combine masarepa, salt and 2 cups tepid water in a large bowl. Stir with your hands and massage into a smooth dough.
- Take a small ball in your hand and press it flat. If the dough cracks, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it is smoother and workable. (Small cracks around the edges are OK.)
- Cover masa and set aside to rest for at least 15 minutes before using. Masa can be made several days in advance and stored in the fridge in a zip-top bag.
- For empanada assembly and cooking instructions, proceed to Step 6 of this Colombian Beef and Potato Empanadas recipe.
VENEZUELAN EMPANADAS
Steps:
- Make the filling: Place the beef, bay leaves, 1 tablespoon salt and water to cover in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until the meat is almost falling apart, about 1 hour 30 minutes. Transfer the meat to a bowl and shred with a fork; cool. Reserve the broth.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic and shallot; cook until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in the scallion, paprika, sazon completa, oregano, cumin and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add the beef and 1 cup of the reserved broth and cook over medium heat until thick, about 10 minutes. Season with salt.
- Make the dough: Mix 3 1/2 cups hot water, the sugar, vegetable oil, butter and salt in a medium bowl until the butter melts. Stir in the cornmeal and flour until a soft dough forms, then knead on a clean surface until the dough comes together. Shape into 12 balls, using about 1/2 cup dough for each.
- One at a time, sprinkle each dough ball with water, place between two pieces of lightly oiled heavy-duty plastic wrap (a cut resealable bag works well) and roll into a 7-inch circle. Remove the top sheet of plastic and place 2 to 3 tablespoons filling in the center of the dough. Use the bottom piece of
- plastic to fold the dough in half over the filling and press to seal. Trim into a half-moon shape with a knife or press down with the round edge of a bowl. Remove the plastic and place the empanada on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet until a deep-fry thermometer registers 365 degrees F. Fry the empanadas in batches until golden, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined baking sheet; keep warm in the oven.
- Make the sauce: Combine the cilantro, olive oil, avocado, bell pepper, scallion, vinegar and garlic in a blender. Add 1 teaspoon salt and 2 teaspoons pepper and puree until smooth. Thin out the sauce with up to 1/4 cup water and serve with the empanadas.
POPCORN MASA FOR EMPANADAS
Grinding boiled popcorn kernels in a wet mill or food processor produces a masa with much better flavor and texture than you can get with precooked cornmeal (masarepa). I use a Victoria-brand cast-iron mill, produced in Colombia, which costs about $50 online. This popcorn masa, a technique taught to me by the chef Carlos Gaviria, a scholar of regional Colombian cooking at the University of La Sabana, forms the crust for these Colombian Beef and Potato Empanadas.
Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt
Categories snack, finger foods, pastries, project, appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield About 24 (3-inch) empanadas
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- To prepare popcorn kernels with a pressure cooker, combine kernels and 2 quarts water in the cooker. Cook at high pressure for 45 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the corn to cool naturally. Proceed to Step 4.
- To prepare popcorn kernels on the stovetop, place kernels in a large bowl and cover with 2 quarts of water. Cover and set aside overnight.
- The next day, transfer popcorn and water to a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce to a simmer, then cover and cook until the popcorn is tender and kernels are starting to blow out (the tops should crack open and split), about 2 hours, adding more water as necessary to ensure that the popcorn is constantly submerged.
- To prepare masa in a grain mill, drain corn thoroughly and transfer to the hopper of a grain mill adjusted to the finest milling size. Mill popcorn onto a wooden cutting board. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons water and 1 teaspoon salt, and fold and press to incorporate. Skip to Step 6.
- To prepare masa in a food processor, drain corn thoroughly and transfer to the bowl of a food processor. Add 2 tablespoons water and 1 teaspoon salt. Process until a coarse masa is formed, 1 to 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the food processor as necessary. Transfer the masa to a wooden cutting board. Fold and press to incorporate.
- Continue kneading the masa by pressing it against the board with the heel of your hand until it forms a moist, easily workable dough. To test, take a small ball in your hand and press it flat. If the dough cracks when you press it, add more water 1 tablespoon at a time until it is smoother and workable. (Small cracks around the edges are OK.)
- Using a clean, damp kitchen towel or plastic wrap, cover masa and set aside to rest for at least 15 minutes before using. Masa can be made several days in advance and stored in the fridge in a zip-top bag. Bring to room temperature before using.
- For empanada assembly and cooking instructions, proceed to Step 6 of this Colombian Beef and Potato Empanadas recipe.
CLASSIC EMPANADAS
These classic empanadas are ubiquitous all over Argentina. Filled with minced beef, hard-boiled egg, green olives, and potatoes, they make a filling snack or packed lunch treat.
Provided by Fioa
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Argentinian
Time 1h35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until barely tender, about 8 minutes. Drain. Once cool enough to handle, peel and cut into cubes. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet and cook onion and spring onions until softened, about 5 minutes. Add bell pepper and cook for 3 minutes. Add ground beef. Cook and stir until beef is browned, about 5 minutes. Season with paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Remove beef mixture from heat, add potatoes and olives, and mix well. Stir in chopped hard-boiled eggs and set filling aside to cool, about 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with aluminum foil and lightly grease with olive oil.
- Place an empanada pastry round on a flat surface and lightly wet edges with warm water. Put a large tablespoon of cooled filling in the center and fold pastry over. Seal edges by pressing with a fork. Repeat with remaining rounds and filling. Transfer empanadas to the prepared baking sheets and brush with beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.5 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 500.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
BAKED CORN EMPANADITAS
Steps:
- Combine the masa harina, water and salt in a large mixing bowl and stir until smooth. The dough should be slightly sticky and form a ball when pressed together. To test, flatten a small ball of dough between your palms. If the edges crack, add water to the dough, a tablespoon at a time, until a test piece does not crack. Cover with a damp towel until ready to use.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over moderate heat. Add the onion and saute until soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Ad the garlic, jalapeno, cumin, salt and pepper and saute 1 minute longer to release the aromas. Add the tomato, potatoes and corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid from the tomatoes is absorbed, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the parsley and cheese and correct the seasoning. Set aside to cool.
- Divide the dough into 24 golfball size pieces, moistening your hands with water to prevent sticking if necessary. Flatten balls to 3 inch disks. Place a heaping teaspoon of stuffing on the empanada and close by pressing the edges together with your fingers. Shape into a half moon. Repeat until all the half moons are formed. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the empanaditas on top. Brush with the glaze and prick with a fork to make steam holes. Bake for about 2530 minutes, or until golden. Remove and transfer to a rack to cool slightly. Serve warm.
MASA PARA EMPANADAS (EMPANADA DOUGH)
This basic dough recipe for empanadas, sweet or savory, is easily prepared, but you do need to knead it for several minutes to get the right texture.
Provided by agonzalez
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 20m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Sift flour onto a flat work surface. Make a well in the center. Add sugar and salt. Gradually mix in shortening and water with a fork until dough comes together. Knead until smooth, about 10 minutes.
- Divide dough into 30 pieces. Roll each piece out into a thin, 6-inch round.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 78.4 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
PANAMANIAN BEEF EMPANADAS
I finally found a site with empanadas that sound and taste closest to what I grew up with. No raisins or potatoes here!! Finally!! Posting so i can find again!!
Provided by Jessica K
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 12-14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Filling:.
- Place oil in skillet and brown the beef, then drain the grease.
- Add rest of ingredients, cover and simmer for about 30 minutes. Remove the bay leaf.
- If needed, add a little bit of flour to thicken the consistency of the filling. Salt and pepper to taste.
- For Crust:.
- Roll out on a lightly floured board-1/8th inch thick. Cut with cookie cutter or glass for appetizer sized empanadas. Use a small plate for luncheon size empanadas.
- On each round, put about 1/2 teaspoon filling. Fold over and flute edges with fork. Brush tops with beaten egg. Bake at 400 degrees until the crust is golden brown.
- You can also deep fry these in a deep fryer or in a deep skillet with enough oil to cover them. that's the way they eat them there, but baking is lower fat! But fried is sooo good! If frying don't brush the tops with egg!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.2, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 225.3, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.7, Protein 6.9
EMPANADA DOUGH RECIPE - MASA PARA EMPANADAS
This recipe produces a sweet dough that contrasts perfectly with savory fillings. Empanada dough is less flaky than pie crust (although you can substitute frozen pie crust dough in a pinch) - it has a tender texture that soaks up the filling. This dough can be used for baked or fried empanandas. If you are going to fry the empanadas, omit the egg yolk and roll the dough out slightly thinner (less than 1/4" thickness).
Provided by Codebates
Categories Quick Breads
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 10-12, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Sift the flour into a bowl. Stir in the salt and the sugar.
- Blend the butter and shortening (or lard) into the flour mixture with a pastry cutter or with two knives, until fairly well blended.
- Whisk the egg yolks wiht 3/4 cups water. Stir in the 1/2 cup of water/egg mixture, a little at a time until the dough starts to come together smoothly. Keep kneading the dough, adding more water/egg a little bit at a time as necessary (you made need a few tablespoons extra of water), until the dough is smooth. The dough will seem a bit shaggy until it has thoroughly chilled.
- Cover the dough with saran wrap and refrigerate for about an hour. (Dough can also be kept overnight (or a couple of days) in the refrigerator) Dough should be soft and smooth, and not elastic - if you poke a hole in it with your finger, the indentation should remain.
- Turn dough out onto a floured surface, and roll into desired thickness.
- Makes enough dough for 10-12 large empanadas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 600.9, Fat 31.6, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 89.8, Sodium 426.4, Carbohydrate 68, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.5, Protein 9.5
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