Empanadas De Pipián: Colombian Pumpkin Empanadas

Empanadas de Pipián, or Colombian Pumpkin Empanadas, are a delicious and traditional dish from Colombian cuisine. These empanadas are filled with a flavorful mixture of pumpkin, onions, and spices, then fried to golden perfection. They make for a perfect appetizer or snack, and are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Empanadas De Pipián: Colombian Pumpkin Empanadas

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mashed pumpkin
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 empanada discs (store-bought or homemade)
  • Oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the mashed pumpkin, chopped onion, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Place a spoonful of the pumpkin mixture onto each empanada disc.
  3. Moisten the edges of the empanada discs with water, then fold them in half to enclose the filling and crimp the edges with a fork.
  4. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Fry the empanadas until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Remove the empanadas from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  6. Serve the empanadas hot 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
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large bowl Frying pan Paper towels

Tools

Fork

Serving suggestions

Serve the empanadas with aji picante (spicy Colombian salsa) for an extra kick of flavor.

Tips & tricks

For a shortcut, you can use canned pumpkin puree instead of mashing fresh pumpkin.

Cost

$10