Bahama Breeze Empanada Recipe
Discover the secrets to making the perfect Bahama Breeze empanada recipe - a delicious Caribbean delight for any occasion.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Skillet
- Rolling Pin
- Baking sheet
- Pastry brush
- Fork
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup Butter cold and cubed
- 4-5 tablespoons Water
- 500 g Ground beef
- 1 medium Onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 Bell pepper finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- To taste Salt
- To taste Black pepper
- 1 Egg beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
Making the Dough
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and a pinch of salt.
- Add Butter: Work the cold, cubed butter into the flour using your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Water: Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until a dough forms.
- Chill the Dough: For at least 30 minutes, put the dough in the fridge while it’s wrapped in plastic wrap.
Preparing the Filling
- Cook the Beef: Cook the ground beef in a pan over medium heat until it turns brown.. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until softened.
- Add Flavors: Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. Let the filling cool down.
Assembling the Empanadas
- Roll the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- Cut Circles: Use a round cutter to cut out dough circles.
- Add Filling: Place a spoonful of the filling onto each dough circle.
- Fold and Seal: Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. An fork can be used to press the edges together to seal them.
- Egg Wash: Brush the top of each empanada with beaten egg.
Baking
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Bake: Place the empanadas on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Freeze for Later: Unbaked empanadas can be frozen and baked straight from the freezer. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.
- Spice It Up: Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste. Want it spicier? Add some chili powder or chopped jalapeños to the filling.
- Serve with Dips: Enhance the Bahama Breeze empanada recipe experience by serving these beauties with a side of creamy avocado dip or a tangy mango salsa.