Empanadas Chilenas De Carne (chilean-style Beef Empanadas)

Empanadas Chilenas de Carne, or Chilean-style Beef Empanadas, are a popular savory pastry in Chilean cuisine. These delicious hand pies are filled with a flavorful mixture of seasoned ground beef, onions, raisins, black olives, and hard-boiled eggs, all encased in a flaky pastry crust. They are perfect for a snack, appetizer, or even a main course.

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Empanadas Chilenas De Carne (chilean-style Beef Empanadas)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (75g) pitted black olives, chopped
  • 1/3 cup (50g) raisins
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 empanada discs (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and onions over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onions are soft.
  2. Add the olives, raisins, chopped hard-boiled eggs, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let the filling cool.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Place a spoonful of the beef filling in the center of each empanada disc. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
  5. Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with the beaten egg.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Baking sheet Parchment paper

Tools

Skillet Knife Cutting board Pastry brush

Serving suggestions

Serve the empanadas with a side of pebre, a traditional Chilean condiment made with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and aji peppers.

Tips & tricks

For a shortcut, you can use store-bought empanada discs instead of making the dough from scratch.

Cost

$15