Empanadas De Camote Guatemaltecas (guatemalan Sweet Potato Empanadas)
Empanadas de Camote Guatemaltecas, or Guatemalan Sweet Potato Empanadas, are a popular and delicious dessert in Guatemalan cuisine. These sweet and flaky pastries are filled with a creamy sweet potato filling and are perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or as a sweet treat any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 package of pre-made empanada dough
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Roll out the empanada dough and cut it into circles using a round cutter or a small plate.
- Place a spoonful of the sweet potato filling in the center of each dough circle.
- Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Fry the empanadas in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the empanadas from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the empanadas warm and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 8g
- Protein
- 2g
Supplies
Bowl Round cutter or small plate Skillet Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Frying pan Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the empanadas with a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top for an extra touch of sweetness.
Tips & tricks
Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the empanadas to ensure a crispy and flaky crust.
Cost
$10