Empanadas, which are elaborate Spanish turnovers filled with chopped meat, usually beef, chopped fruit such as peaches or raisins, vegetables, olives and sometimes hard-boiled eggs, have long been a specialty of Galicia in the northwest area of Spain. Natchitoches, La., is known for its meat pies, which are turnovers filled with ground meat and seasonings.
Category: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1 onion finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup water
1/4 cup green onion sliced thin
3 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
6 tablespoons shortening
1 egg
3/4 cup milk
(1 egg beaten with 2 tablespoons water)
(for frying)
1 large Egg
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon creole mustard
1 teaspoon salt
We absolutely loved these. I had made a huge batch at the beginning and froze some. It was happiness when we were ready for something tasty without the effort.
cleverktThis was just one of those recipes I stumbled on and loved the sound of the flavors, but I wasn't sure I'd be keen on the effort. Having put in the time (2 hours) on a stormy night, I now know this is totally worth it. If you can, make a double batch to keep some individually wrapped in the freezer. Very worth it.
cleverktThese were easy and delicious. The pastry is so light and flaky! Will make these again.
pkaufmanLived in Louisiana forever and had these so many times and this recipe makes an awesome meat pie! Thanks for sharing. Will def. Be making again soon!
beece
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