Corn empanadas are a versatile and popular snack in Ecuador, filled with a variety of ingredients. The dough is prepared with sifted flour, water, and salt, forming a mixture that is left to rest before filling and frying.
Delicious corn empanadas are an excellent option to surprise your guests.
With a juicy filling of meat, peas, and seasonings that will make everyone ask for the recipe.
Its crispy, golden crust makes it the perfect dish for any occasion.
You won't be able to resist trying them.
Corn Empanadas
Ingredients
½ pound of Raw corn flour
½ pound of Pre-cooked corn flour
1 pound of Ground beef or pork
4 cups of Water
2 Egg yolks
2 tablespoons of Chopped white onion
4 tablespoons of Oil or lard
1 Crushed and finely chopped garlic
½ cup of Cooked fresh peas
1 Hard-boiled chopped egg
Salt, pepper, and cumin
Preparation
Step 1 : To begin, sift the flour.
Step 2 : Then, in a deep pan or skillet, add water and salt, and bring to a boil.
Step 3 : At this point, add all the flour and cook until a crust forms on the bottom and the dough separates properly.
Step 4 : Once ready, remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 5 : Next, add the egg yolks to the dough and knead well.
Step 6 : It's important to let the dough rest for about 20 minutes.
Step 7 : Meanwhile, sauté the onion and garlic until transparent.
Step 8 : Subsequently, add the meat, peas, and season to taste with salt, pepper, and cumin.
Step 9 : Cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
Step 10 : Finally, add the egg, mix well, and remove from heat.
Step 11 : To assemble the empanadas, take a small ball of dough and flatten it on plastic.
Step 12 : Then, fill with the previously prepared meat mixture.
Step 13 : Finally, fry the empanadas in plenty of hot oil until golden and ready to enjoy.
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