Appetizers
Fiesta Empanadas
⏱ 45 minutes
🍽 6 people
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Ingredients
- 1 package of empanada dough
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/2 cup cooked chorizo sausage
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh scallions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the empanada dough and cut out circles of about 3 inches in diameter.
- In a bowl, mix together the chopped onion, diced bell pepper, cooked chorizo sausage, chopped cilantro, and shredded cheese.
- Place a tablespoon of the mixture onto the center of each dough circle.
- Fold the dough in half to form a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal.
- Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with chopped scallions.
- Bake the empanadas for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!