How to Make Authentic Empanada Pastry Dough - A Step-by-Step Guide

Do you love the taste of a traditional Latin American empanada? Are you seeking the perfect pastry dough recipe to recreate this popular dish at home? Look no further, as we have the perfect recipe for Authentic Empanada Pastry Dough that will take your culinary skills to the next level.

Empanadas are a beloved dish in many Latin American countries, with each region putting its own unique twist on the recipe. However, one thing that remains consistent across all variations is the deli...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 1 egg
  • 6 tablespoons warm water
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 pastry rounds

  • Combine sifted flour and butter in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until crumbly. Add egg and pulse until just combined.
  • Dissolve salt in warm water. Add gradually to the food processor and pulse until a soft dough ball forms. Place dough ball into a bowl and wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Dust a work surface with flour and knead dough for 1 minute. Roll out thinly and cut into rounds; use right away for your favorite sweet or savory empanadas, or freeze for later.
  • Nutrition

    116 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 26mg
    • Sodium: 201mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 29mg