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Air Fryer Empanadas

Air Fryer Empanadas: 5 Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 12 empanadas 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy air fryer empanadas filled with savory ingredients.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 package of empanada dough
  • 1 cup cooked meat (chicken, beef, or pork)
  • 1/2 cup cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup onions, diced
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
  2. In a bowl, mix the cooked meat, cheese, and onions.
  3. Take a piece of empanada dough and fill it with the mixture.
  4. Fold the dough over and seal the edges with a fork.
  5. Brush the top with beaten egg.
  6. Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  7. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

  • Serve with salsa or dipping sauce.
  • You can customize the filling as per your taste.
  • Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Snacks
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 empanada
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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