Quick and Easy Air Fryer Empanadas
Crispy, flaky, and bursting with your choice of filling, these air fryer empanadas are the ultimate snack or appetizer that’ll have everyone asking for seconds—good luck keeping them around!
Equipment
- Air-fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 12 empanada dough rounds thawed if frozen
- Filling of choice e.g. ground beef, shredded chicken, black beans and corn, etc.
- 1 small onion diced
- Your favourite spices e.g. cumin, paprika, garlic powder, etc.
- 1 egg beaten for egg wash
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- If using pre-made dough, roll it out slightly. If making from scratch, let your dough chill, then roll it out to about ⅛ inch thick.
- In a skillet, sauté your chosen protein or veggies with onion and spices until cooked through; let it cool slightly before filling your dough.
- Cut circles from the dough (about 4–6 inches in diameter), scoop a spoonful of filling into the centre, and fold over to create a half-moon shape. Crimp the edges with a fork to seal ‘em up tight!
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Brush each empanada with egg wash for that golden appeal, and give them a light spray of olive oil.
- Cook the empanadas in the air fryer for about 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway for even crispiness. Keep an eye on 'em until they’re golden and crunchy!
- Serve them warm with your fav dipping sauces and watch as your guests (or you) demolish them in record time—snack goals achieved! Enjoy every last bite!
Nutrition
Serving: 2empanadasCalories: 12kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gTrans Fat: 0.002gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 10mgPotassium: 18mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.1mg
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