Beef Empanadas

Name: Beef Empanadas
Yield: makes 10 empanadas
Ingredients: 2 hard-boiled large eggs; 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 3/4 pound ground beef chuck; 2 tablespoons raisins; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped pimiento-stuffed olives; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 (14-ounce) can whole tomatoes in juice, drained, reserving 2 tablespoons juice, and chopped; 1 package (10) frozen empanada pastry disks, thawed; About 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying; Special equipment: Deep-fry thermometer

November 7, 2012

Long the star of South American street snacks, the empanada gets a dinner close-up with this hearty version that puts an entire meal in the palm of your hand. This recipe adapts easily to the stuffing of your choice. Substitute lean ground turkey and bake for a lighter alternative.

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