Argentinian Empanada Bites
A twist on traditional empanadas, these bite-sized treats are filled with savory ham and parma cheese, perfect for snacking or as a side dish.
Ingredients
- ●1 package Argentinian Empanada Dough
- ●1 cup, diced Ham
- ●1/2 cup, shredded Parma Cheese
- ●1 tbsp Oily Olive Oil
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Black Pepper
- ●for garnish Optional: Chopped Fresh Cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Roll out empanada dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
- 3
Cut out circles of dough using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix together diced ham, shredded parma cheese, a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
Place a small spoonful of the ham and cheese mixture in the center of each dough circle.
- 6
Fold the dough in half to form a half-circle shape, and press the edges together to seal the empanada.
- 7
Brush the tops of the empanadas with a little bit of water, and use a fork to crimp the edges.
- 8
Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 1 inch of space between each empanada.
- 9
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown.
- 10
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- 11
Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.