Gluten Free Empanadas Recipe

June is jam-packed with possible reasons to celebrate. There’s Father’s Day, graduations, up-coming nuptials, and just because it is finally summer!

If you are looking for an easy recipe that feeds a crowd that is a little out of the ordinary, give these Gluten Free Empanadas a try. They can be served as an appetizer, part of a buffet, or as a main course. They can also be made ahead and re-heated just before serving, perfect for stress-free entertaining.

To keep the recipe simple (and grain free) I used Chebe Focaccia Mix for the dough, so much easier than making pastry crust.

If you don’t have a big crowd to feed or really want to get a jump on your entertaining workload, the empanadas can be baked ahead and frozen, just let them thaw and re-heat in the oven at 350 degrees for a few minutes until hot.

Here’s hoping this recipe with help you celebrate all June has to offer!

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Gluten Free Empanadas Recipe

Prep Time30 mins

Cook Time30 mins

Total Time1 hr

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings: 36 empanadas

Calories: 96kcal

Author: Gluten Free & More

Ingredients

• ▢ ½ pound ground sirloin
• ▢ 1 red pepper seeded and diced
• ▢ ½ small onion diced
• ▢ 1 garlic clove minced
• ▢ 3 tablespoons raisins
• ▢ 1 tablespoon chili powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon kosher or fine sea salt
• ▢ 4 tablespoons tomato paste
• ▢ 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
• ▢ 2 tablespoons black olives chopped
• ▢ ½ cup canned tomatoes and chilies such as RoTel, drained
• ▢ 2 (7.5 ounce) boxes Chebe Focaccia Mix
• ▢ 4 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
• ▢ 2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese omit for dairy free
• ▢ 5 large eggs use divided
• ▢ 3 tablespoons sugar
• ▢ ½ cup water

Instructions

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  In a large skillet, brown the ground sirloin over medium-high heat. Remove from the pan and set aside. Reduce heat to medium, add the pepper, onion, garlic, raisins, chili powder, and salt to the pan and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 8 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add the ground beef back to the pan along with the almonds, olives, and canned tomatoes and chilies. Cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Let cool in the pan.
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  Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicon baking mats.
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  In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chebe Focaccia Mix, oil, cheese (if using), 4 eggs, sugar, and water. Mix with a fork. Dump the mixture onto a clean work surface and knead until smooth, about 1 minute. Divide the dough into 2 equal portions. Place a piece of waxed or parchment paper on the work surface, place one portion of dough on top, cover with another piece of waxed or parchment paper, and roll into a rectangle 1/8 of an inch thick. Cut the dough into 3-inch circles using a cookie or biscuit cutter. Repeat with the remaining portion of dough. If needed, gather up the scraps and re-roll.
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  Beat the remaining egg and brush on the dough circles. Place a heaping tablespoon of the meat filling on the dough circles and fold the dough over forming a half circle. Press the edges together and brush with more beaten egg.
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  Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
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  Serve hot or warm.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Gluten Free Empanadas Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 96 Calories from Fat 45

% Daily Value*

Fat 5g8%

Saturated Fat 3g15%

Cholesterol 33mg11%

Sodium 184mg8%

Potassium 85mg2%

Carbohydrates 8g3%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 3g6%

Vitamin A 300IU6%

Vitamin C 5.1mg6%

Calcium 54mg5%

Iron 0.7mg4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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