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Empanada Dough Recipe

Empanada Dough Recipe
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Learn how to make homemade empanada dough from scratch with this easy recipe. This versatile dough can be used for both baking and frying, resulting in delicious empanadas every time.

Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 14 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes, or lard)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup warm water (or milk)

Egg Wash:

  • 1 egg (whisked)
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Cut Butter into Flour: Use a pastry cutter, a fork, or your hands to cut the butter into the flour until it forms a crumbly consistency. Sprinkle in the salt and stir.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: Pour in the 1/2 cup water and whisked egg. Stir together until it forms a clumpy dough.
  3. Knead and Chill: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Knead for about 5 minutes. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Roll Out Dough: Cut the dough into pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Flatten each ball into 5 to 6-inch circles.
  5. Fill, Fold, and Cook: Fill each dough round with filling, fold, and seal. Bake or fry until golden brown.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough is important for easier handling.
  • You can store the dough in the fridge for up to 72 hours.
  • Experiment with different fillings for variety.

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Keywords: Empanada Dough, Homemade Dough, Baking, Frying, Latin Cuisine

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