Meaty Empanadas

Health score
2%
Meaty Empanadas
65 min.
30
311kcal

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these delicious Meaty Empanadas! Perfect for any gathering, these savory pastries are a delightful blend of flavors that will leave your guests craving more. With a crispy, golden exterior and a hearty filling of ground beef, sweet Italian sausage, and fresh mushrooms, each bite is a satisfying experience. The addition of Cajun seasoning adds just the right amount of kick, bringing warmth and richness to the empanada's flavor profile.

Ideal for antipasti, starters, or snacks, Meaty Empanadas are incredibly versatile and a sure hit at any party or family get-together. They can be served with zesty salsa and creamy sour cream, making them an even more delightful treat. Plus, they are easy to make, with ingredients that you might already have in your kitchen, such as refrigerated biscuits—saving you time without sacrificing taste.

Whether you’re treating your friends to a game-day feast or simply enjoying a cozy night in, these empanadas are sure to impress. They’re not just food; they’re a culinary adventure packed with flavor and warmth. So, gather your loved ones and dive into this delectable recipe that brings joy and satisfaction with each and every bite!

Ingredients

  • 22.5 ounce biscuits refrigerated canned
  • 1.5 tablespoons cajun spice 
  • ounce tomato sauce canned
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1.5 cups mushrooms fresh sliced
  • 0.8 pound ground beef 
  • 0.3 pound sausage sweet italian
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded
  • 30 servings toppings: salsa and cream sour
  • large onion diced sweet
  • 30 servings vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Cook ground beef and sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring until mixture crumbles and is no longer pink.
  2. Drain and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet.
  3. Saut onion in hot drippings 5 minutes or until tender.
  4. Add mushrooms; saut 2 minutes.
  5. Return beef mixture to skillet; stir in tomato sauce and Cajun seasoning. Simmer, stirring occasionally, 8 minutes or until liquid evaporates. Cool completely. Stir in cheese. Cover and chill thoroughly.
  6. Roll biscuits into 4-inch circles on a lightly floured surface. Spoon 1 tablespoon beef mixture in center of each circle; brush edges with egg. Fold edges over, pressing with a fork to seal.
  7. Place on baking sheets, and cover with a damp cloth. Chill up to 2 hours, if desired.
  8. Pour oil to a depth of 1/2 inch into a Dutch oven. Fry empanadas in hot oil, in batches, 30 seconds on each side or until golden.
  9. Drain on paper towels; serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Calories311kcal
Protein6.7%
Fat77.62%
Carbs15.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.07
Glycemic Load
6.71
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.9439130606859%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
1.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:311.07kcal
15.55%
Fat:27.2g
41.85%
Saturated Fat:7.84g
48.98%
Carbohydrates:12.37g
4.12%
Net Carbohydrates:11.71g
4.26%
Sugar:2.15g
2.39%
Cholesterol:35.97mg
11.99%
Sodium:290.47mg
12.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.28g
10.56%
Vitamin K:27.88µg
26.55%
Phosphorus:145.35mg
14.54%
Vitamin E:1.85mg
12.31%
Selenium:8.44µg
12.06%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.36%
Vitamin A:449.69IU
8.99%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.83%
Vitamin B3:1.63mg
8.13%
Iron:1.23mg
6.81%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6.05%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.59%
Zinc:0.83mg
5.53%
Folate:21.91µg
5.48%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.09%
Potassium:164.72mg
4.71%
Calcium:42.28mg
4.23%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.23%
Copper:0.06mg
3.18%
Magnesium:11.01mg
2.75%
Fiber:0.66g
2.64%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.04%
Vitamin C:1.33mg
1.61%
Source:My Recipes