Colombian empanadas are a popular snack that people love for their tasty filling and crispy outside. This guide is perfect for anyone, especially if you’re around 15 years old and looking for a simple way to start cooking. Let’s make cooking easy and fun!
Recipe Details:
Cooking Colombian empanadas might seem like a big task, but it’s quite simple. We’ll go through everything you need, from ingredients to how to cook them. Get ready for a tasty adventure!
Ingredients:
2 cups of pre-cooked yellow cornmeal
2 cups of warm water
1 teaspoon of salt
1 pound of ground beef
2 tablespoons of cooking oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon of cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
Optional: boiled eggs, potatoes, or cheese for filling
Preparation Steps:
Dough: Mix the cornmeal, water, and salt in a big bowl. Knead until the dough is smooth. If it’s too dry, add a little more water.
Filling: Heat oil in a pan, cook the onion until it’s soft, then add the tomatoes, ground beef, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until the beef is well done. Let it cool.
Assemble: Take a small ball of dough, flatten it to form a circle, put some filling in the middle, and then fold it over to make a half-moon shape. Seal the edges well.
Cook: Heat oil in a deep pot. Once hot, fry the empanadas until they are golden. Take them out and put them on paper towels to remove extra oil.
Recipe Tips and Variations:
If you like, you can add boiled eggs, potatoes, or cheese to the filling for different tastes.
Make sure the edges are well sealed so the filling doesn’t come out when frying.
You can also bake them for a healthier option. Just brush them with oil and bake at 350°F until golden.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve your empanadas with a side of lime wedges or a simple tomato salsa. They’re great as a snack, for lunch, or at parties.
Nutritional Information:
This recipe is a good source of protein thanks to the beef, but remember, frying adds extra calories. For a lighter option, consider baking them instead of frying.
