Bounty Beef Empanadas

These Bounty Beef Empanadas are a delicious and savory dish from Pitcairn Islands cuisine. The flaky pastry filled with seasoned beef and vegetables is a perfect handheld meal or snack.

Bounty Beef Empanadas

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 sheets store-bought pie crust
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are soft.
  2. Stir in the cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Roll out the pie crust and cut out circles using a round cutter or a small bowl. Place a spoonful of the beef mixture in the center of each circle.
  5. Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg, then fold the pastry over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together with a fork to seal.
  6. Place the empanadas on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the remaining beaten egg.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
280 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
15g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Skillet Baking sheet Parchment paper

Tools

Round cutter or small bowl Fork

Serving suggestions

Serve the Bounty Beef Empanadas with a side of fresh salsa or a green salad.

Tips & tricks

For a time-saving option, you can use store-bought empanada discs instead of making the pastry from scratch.

Cost

$15