Peruvian Bean Empanadas
These delicious empanadas are filled with a flavorful bean mixture and topped with a tangy crumbly crust.
Ingredients
- β1 can (15 oz) Cannellini beansdrained and rinsed
- β1 package (8-10 empanadas) Empanada doughhomemade or store-bought
- β1/4 cup (crumbly cheese mix) Tangy crumbly toppingoptional
- β1 tsp Peruvian spicespaprika, cumin, coriander
- β2 tbsp Olive oilfor brushing empanadas
- βto taste Saltfor seasoning
- β1 cup Beans, cookedsee cooking instructions below
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- 2
Roll out empanada dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
- 3
Cut out circles of dough using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.
- 4
In a bowl, mix together cannellini beans, peruvian spices, and olive oil.
- 5
Spoon a small amount of the bean mixture onto one half of each dough circle.
- 6
Fold the dough in half and press edges together to seal.
- 7
Brush tops of empanadas with olive oil and sprinkle with tangy crumbly topping (if using).
- 8
Bake empanadas for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 9
Serve warm and enjoy!