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Uruguayan Empanada Filling
A vegetarian twist on a traditional Uruguayan empanada filling, featuring caramelized onions and a sweet mirin glaze.
⏱45 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 large, thinly sliced OnionsCaramelize in a pan over medium heat for 20-25 minutes
- ●2 tablespoons MirinUsed for glazing
- ●1 teaspoon BitterOptional, adds depth of flavor
- ●1 package Empanada doughAvailable at most grocery stores or online
- ●1 cup Shredded cheeseMonterey Jack or Cheddar work well
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Roll out empanada dough to a thickness of 1/8 inch.
- 3
Place a tablespoon of caramelized onions in the center of each dough circle.
- 4
Add a sprinkle of shredded cheese on top of the onions.
- 5
Brush the edges of the dough with a little water.
- 6
Fold the dough in half to form a half-circle, pressing the edges to seal.
- 7
Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 8
Brush the tops of the empanadas with a little mirin glaze (1 tablespoon mirin + 1 tablespoon water).
- 9
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 10
Optional: add a sprinkle of bitter to the mirin glaze for added depth of flavor.