Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of empanada dough
- 1 cup of cooked meat (beef, chicken, or pork)
- 1/2 cup of cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup of diced onions
- 1/4 cup of diced bell peppers
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the cooked meat, cheese, onions, and bell peppers.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
- Take a piece of empanada dough and place a spoonful of the filling in the center.
- Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg.
- Place the empanadas in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Experiment with different fillings.
- Make sure not to overfill the empanadas.
- Serve with your favorite sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Latin American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Empanadas