Gluten Free Empanadas recipe
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Gluten Free Empanadas

Discover how to make Gluten Free Empanadas. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

30

Prep Time

20

Cook Time

50

Total Time

4

Servings

⏱ Cooking Timer

20:00

Minutes : Seconds

minutes

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Discover how to make Gluten Free Empanadas. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Gluten Free Empanadas - Step 2

Ingredients

Instructions

1

**Cook:**

- *Frying:* Heat 1 inch (2.5cm) oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry empanadas 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Drain on paper towels. - *Baking:* Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–20 minutes until golden.

Gluten Free Empanadas - Step 3

You Must Know

  • Keep dough cold to prevent crumbling—work quickly or rechill if it warms up.
  • For extra flaky layers, grate frozen butter into the flour.
  • Seal edges tightly to prevent filling leakage during cooking.

Chef's Notes

Keep dough cold to prevent crumbling—work quickly or rechill if it warms up.

For extra flaky layers, grate frozen butter into the flour.

Seal edges tightly to prevent filling leakage during cooking.

Serving Suggestions

Pair with fresh salsa, a crisp green salad, or creamy avocado dip. Ideal for packed lunches or game-day snacks.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

480

Calories

22g

Protein

45g

Carbs

28g

Fat

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Gluten Free Empanadas

Discover how to make Gluten Free Empanadas. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Servings:4
Prep:30 min
Cook:20 min

Ingredients (14)

2 cups (250g) gluten-free all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
½ tsp (3g) salt
½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1 large egg, beaten
¼–½ cup (60–120ml) ice-cold water
1 cup (140g) cooked, shredded chicken
1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar or mozzarella
½ cup (75g) finely chopped onions
½ cup (75g) diced bell pepper (red or green)
1 tsp (2g) cumin (optional)
½ tsp (3g) salt
¼ tsp (0.5g) black pepper
1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Oil for frying (optional; use avocado or vegetable oil)

Instructions

  1. - *Frying:* Heat 1 inch (2.5cm) oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry empanadas 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Drain on paper towels. - *Baking:* Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–20 minutes until golden.

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