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Beef and Raisin Empanadas
These savory-sweet hand pies are irresistibly good, mess-free finger food.
By Kate Merker
Yields:
8 - 10 serving(s)
Prep Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Looking for a filling, savory finger food for your next party or gathering? Meet the humble empanada. These tiny meat pies are popular all over the world, and for good reason: They're incredibly yummy!
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Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 large onion, chopped
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 lb. lean ground beef
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 1/4 cup chicken stock
- 2 Tbsp. raisins, chopped
- 2 Tbsp. chopped pimiento-stuffed olives plus 1 tablespoon brine
- 1 (14.1-ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
Directions
- Step 1Heat oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Add onion and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Step 2Add beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking into small pieces, until no longer pink, 4 to 6 minutes. Add garlic and paprika. Cook, stirring, 1 minute.
- Step 3Add tomato paste and cook, stirring, until dark red, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in stock and raisins. Simmer until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in olives and brine; cool.
- Step 4Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll one crust into a 12-inch circle. Cut out nine 3-inch circles. Repeat with second crust.
- Step 5Divide beef mixture evenly among dough circles. Brush edges with water, fold in half over filling, and press with a fork to seal. Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
- Step 6Bake until golden brown, 12 to 16 minutes. Combine sour cream and lime juice in a bowl. Serve with empanadas.
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