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Air Fryer Beef Empanadas

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These crispy beef empanadas come together quickly in the air fryer. They're perfect for snacking, parties, or a fun weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 10 pieces
Calories 247 kcal
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Ingredients
  

For the Filling

  • 1/2 lb Ground Beef
  • 1/4 cup Onion, finely diced
  • 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Tomato Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Green Olives, chopped

For Assembly

  • 1 package Empanada Discs, thawed (10 count)
  • 1 Egg, beaten
  • Cooking Spray

Instructions
 

  • Cook the ground beef and onion in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking the meat apart, until browned and no pink remains. Drain any excess fat.
  • Stir in the garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, tomato sauce, and green olives. Cook for 2 more minutes, then remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Place about 2 tablespoons of filling on one half of each empanada disc. Fold the dough over and press the edges with a fork to seal tightly.
  • Brush the tops of each empanada with beaten egg and spray lightly with cooking spray.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the empanadas in a single layer in the basket.
  • Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and flaky on both sides. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 247kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 15g
Keyword air fryer, beef empanadas, empanadas, ground beef
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