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Simple homemade empanada with crispy dough (Empanada)

Learn how to make a Brazilian-style empanada that is both practical and delicious. Featuring a tender dough and succulent heart of palm filling, it is the perfect snack for any occasion.

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Simple homemade empanada with crispy dough (Empanada)

Ingredients

100g butter or margarine
½ cup chopped fresh herbs (cheiro-verde)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 jar chopped heart of palm
1 seedless tomato, chopped
1 egg yolk for brushing
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt dissolved in 1 cup warm water
1 cup pitted Portuguese olives
½ tablespoon oregano

Where to find ingredients

You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets such as FairPrice, Cold Storage, or Giant. For specific items like heart of palm and Portuguese olives, check the international aisle or specialized gourmet grocers in the city center.

Preparation method

  1. In a medium bowl, gradually mix the flour, butter, and salted water
  2. Work the mixture with your hands until you obtain a uniform dough that no longer sticks to your fingers
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface until it becomes smooth and homogeneous
  4. Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes to make it easier to roll out
  5. Heat the olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion for 2 minutes over high heat
  6. Add the tomato, heart of palm, salt, pepper, fresh herbs, oregano, and olives
  7. Cook the filling for 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring well, then turn off the heat
  8. Allow the filling to cool completely before assembling the empanadas
  9. Roll out portions of the dough using a rolling pin until they reach 2mm in thickness
  10. Cut circles of dough using a pastry cutter or the rim of a large glass
  11. Distribute the filling in the center, fold the dough, and seal the edges by pressing with your fingers
  12. Arrange on a baking sheet, brush with the egg yolk, and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 25 minutes

Observations

The empanada is a true classic that has won over Brazilian tables due to its versatility. This version features a dough that melts in your mouth and a heart of palm filling that is straightforward to prepare. You can vary the flavor profile by using chicken, meat, or tuna. The secret to success is ensuring the filling is completely cold before sealing the dough to guarantee a crispy texture and prevent the pastries from opening in the oven.
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Preparation method

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Step 1

In a medium bowl, gradually mix the flour, butter, and salted water

In a medium bowl, gradually mix the flour, butter, and salted water
Step 2

Work the mixture with your hands until you obtain a uniform dough that no longer sticks to your fingers

Work the mixture with your hands until you obtain a uniform dough that no longer sticks to your fingers
Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface until it becomes smooth and homogeneous

Knead the dough on a floured surface until it becomes smooth and homogeneous
Step 4

Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes to make it easier to roll out

Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes to make it easier to roll out
Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion for 2 minutes over high heat

Heat the olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion for 2 minutes over high heat
Step 6

Add the tomato, heart of palm, salt, pepper, fresh herbs, oregano, and olives

Add the tomato, heart of palm, salt, pepper, fresh herbs, oregano, and olives
Step 7

Cook the filling for 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring well, then turn off the heat

Cook the filling for 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring well, then turn off the heat
Step 8

Allow the filling to cool completely before assembling the empanadas

Allow the filling to cool completely before assembling the empanadas
Step 9

Roll out portions of the dough using a rolling pin until they reach 2mm in thickness

Roll out portions of the dough using a rolling pin until they reach 2mm in thickness
Step 10

Cut circles of dough using a pastry cutter or the rim of a large glass

Cut circles of dough using a pastry cutter or the rim of a large glass
Step 11

Distribute the filling in the center, fold the dough, and seal the edges by pressing with your fingers

Distribute the filling in the center, fold the dough, and seal the edges by pressing with your fingers
Step 12

Arrange on a baking sheet, brush with the egg yolk, and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 25 minutes

Arrange on a baking sheet, brush with the egg yolk, and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 25 minutes
Final result

Simple homemade empanada with crispy dough (Empanada)

Simple homemade empanada with crispy dough (Empanada)

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