Description
Delightful twist on traditional empanadas made using sourdough discard, offering flaky texture and a variety of savory fillings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sourdough discard
- 1/4 cup butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup filling of choice (seasoned ground chicken, ground turkey, or your favorite cheese and vegetables)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Stir to incorporate.
- Add the cold, cubed butter and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the sourdough discard to form a crumbly mixture.
- Gradually add cold water, mixing until the dough forms a cohesive ball.
- Divide the dough into equal portions and roll out each piece to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Place filling in the center of each round and fold the dough over, sealing the edges.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Chill filled empanadas in the fridge for better texture and freeze uncooked empanadas for later baking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: empanadas, sourdough, baking, savory snacks, meal prep