Gourmet Pastelillos (Meat Pies)



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Prep Time:
20 mins

Cook Time:
35 mins

Total Time:
55 mins

Servings:
15

Yield:
15 pastelillos


Ingredients

  • 2tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil
  • 1poundextra-lean ground beef
  • ½onion, diced
  • ¼cuptomato sauce
  • 6large pimento-stuffed olives, diced
  • 2tablespoonssofrito (such as Goya)
  • 1(1.41 ounce) packagesazòn seasoning with coriander and achiote (such as Goya)
  • 2smallgarlic cloves, minced and crushed
  • ½teaspoonoregano
  • 2(14 ounce) packagesfrozen empanada dough (such as Goya discos)
  • 4cupsvegetable oil, or as needed for frying

  • Directions

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in hot oil until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in onion, tomato sauce, olives, sofrito, sazòn, garlic, and oregano. Bring to a simmer and cook until mixture is thickened, about 15 minutes.

    Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon meat mixture into the middle of a disco. Moisten the edges, fold dough to form a half-moon, and press with a fork to seal. Repeat with remaining meat mixture and discos.

    Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Working in batches, fry pastelillos in hot oil until golden brown and bubbly, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels before serving.



    From the Editor

    We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.


    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    290 Calories
    16g Fat
    28g Carbs
    11g Protein

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