Empanada Dough

Dairy Free
Empanada Dough
45 min.
24
77kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your culinary skills with a delightful and versatile dough? This Empanada Dough recipe is not only dairy-free but also incredibly easy to make, allowing you to whip up a batch in just 45 minutes. Perfect for antipasti, starters, snacks, or appetizers, these empanadas are sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine biting into a golden, flaky crust that encases a savory filling of your choice—be it seasoned meats, vegetables, or even sweet treats. The combination of all-purpose flour and fine cornmeal gives this dough a unique texture and flavor, while the vegetable shortening ensures a tender, melt-in-your-mouth experience. With just a hint of sweetness from the sugar and a touch of salt, this dough strikes the perfect balance, making it an ideal canvas for your culinary creativity.

Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a delicious snack, this Empanada Dough is your go-to recipe. With 24 servings and only 77 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let’s get started on creating these delightful empanadas that will surely become a favorite in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • cups flour all-purpose plus more for work surface
  • 0.8 cup cornmeal fine
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons shortening 
  • large egg yolk 

Equipment

  • food processor

Directions

  1. In a food processor, combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, and salt.
  2. Add shortening; process 5 seconds.
  3. Add yolks and 3/4 cup water; process until dough is very soft, about 5 minutes. Turn out onto a lightly floured work surface; knead until smooth. Cover; let rest 30 minutes before using.

Nutrition Facts

Calories77kcal
Protein9.39%
Fat27.96%
Carbs62.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.9
Glycemic Load
8.14
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.3417391440143%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:76.99kcal
3.85%
Fat:2.37g
3.65%
Saturated Fat:0.6g
3.77%
Carbohydrates:11.95g
3.98%
Net Carbohydrates:11.21g
4.07%
Sugar:0.45g
0.5%
Cholesterol:15.3mg
5.1%
Sodium:49.6mg
2.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.79g
3.58%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.63%
Selenium:4.62µg
6.61%
Folate:22.82µg
5.71%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.19%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.74%
Iron:0.67mg
3.73%
Vitamin B3:0.74mg
3.69%
Fiber:0.75g
2.99%
Phosphorus:27.95mg
2.8%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.94%
Magnesium:7.68mg
1.92%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.73%
Copper:0.03mg
1.41%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.28%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.06%