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Uruguayan Empanadas with Pistachio and Herbal Filling
A traditional Uruguayan empanada recipe with a twist of pistachio and herbal flavors. Perfect as a snack or light lunch.
⏱35 min🍽6 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 package (12-15 empanadas) Uruguayan empanada doughAvailable at most Latin American grocery stores
- ●2 tbsp Pistachio paste
- ●1 tsp Herbal mixture (dried oregano, thyme, basil)
- ●1/4 cup Chopped fresh parsley
- ●1 cup, crumbled Chewy cheese (Monterey Jack or similar)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Roll out empanada dough to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- 3
Cut out circles of dough using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.
- 4
Place a small spoonful of pistachio paste in the center of each dough circle.
- 5
Sprinkle a pinch of herbal mixture over the pistachio paste.
- 6
Top with a small amount of crumbled cheese and a sprinkle of parsley.
- 7
Fold the dough in half to form a half-moon shape, pressing edges together to seal.
- 8
Place empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 9
Brush tops with a little water and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 10
Serve warm and enjoy!