Beef Empanadas

A scrumptious and nutritious plant-based Beef Empanada Recipe with traditional flavors that is easy to make and enjoyable for the whole family.

Photos by: Preethi V.  @cookingwithpree

  • 182 min

    Preparation
  • 45 min

    Cooking
  • 227 min

    Total time
  • 4

    Servings
  • Moderate

    Level
  • 27

    Ingredients

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Ingredients:

  • ½ onion, finely chopped
  • ½ red bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon garlic, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon canola oil
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme whole leaf
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon tomato paste
  • ½ teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 ½ tablespoons water
  • 12 ounce Hungry Planet Beef™ Plant-Based GroundBuy Now
  • ½ cup diced canned potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons vegan cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chopped parsley
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable shortening
  • 1 ½ teaspoons egg substitute, powder
  • 3 teaspoons water
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • * Please use whatever products you have in your kitchen; vegan ingredients are just what we have in ours.

Instructions:

  • Step 1.

    Heat canola oil in a large skillet. Saute the onion, red bell peppers and garlic in the oil. Cool completely and reserve.

  • Step 2.

    In a large bowl, mix together the thyme, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, paprika, and cornstarch.

  • Step 3.

    Add the soy sauce, lemon juice, water, and tomato paste to the herbs and spices and whisk.

  • Step 4.

    Add 12 ounces Hungry Planet Beef™ to the spice and water mixture. Mix until just incorporated. Fold in the onion and pepper mixture, diced canned potatoes, vegan cheddar cheese, and chopped parsley. Set the meat mixture aside.

  • Step 5.

    For the empanada dough, place flour on a work surface. Cut shortening and salt into the flour.

  • Step 6.

    In a small bowl, mix egg substitute with water.

  • Step 7.

    Add vinegar and water and prepared egg substitute to dough and mix until a ball forms.

  • Step 8.

    Knead slightly, wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 2 hours. Divide into 2-ounce pieces, roll out on a lightly floured surface.

  • Step 9.

    Place about 3 tablespoons (1 ½ ounce) of empanada filling onto the dough and fold over into a half-moon. Crip edges.

  • Step 10.

    Place empanadas on parchment paper and bake at 350°F for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden.

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