Because my wanderlust has ceased for awhile, I have been making myself useful by learning how to cook and bake, skills which will come in very handy after I finish my PhD hopefully 3 years from now. Awhile ago, I was craving to eat one of my favorite snacks which I rarely ate when I was growing up because no one at home was ever fond of making it. I have always imagined it isn't that difficult to do. But it was only awhile ago that I was able to prove this hypothesis. Indeed, empanadas are very easy to make.
1. I made the dough and cut them into circles. I used 3 cups all purpose flour, 1/2 cup margarine and 1/4 cup cold water. If cold water isn't enough, slowly add more (tablespoon by tablespoon). I also added 1 tablespoon brown sugar and a pinch of salt. Making this empanada dough is no different from making a pie crust. It's very easy. Just don't be afraid to get your hands dirty. However, make sure your hands are exceptionally clean!
2. Cook the filling. I sautéed the following: minced pork, onions, garlic, capsicum, carrots and green peas. I added salt, soy sauce and pepper. Once cooked, I mixed the sautéed minced pork and veges with raisins and cubed cheese.
3. Wrap the filling and brush with egg wash. For my egg wash, I used 1 whole egg plus 1 tablespoon milk. I'm yet to discover what is the best egg wash formula though...
5. You know it's ready when the empanadas have turned golden brown.
Give it a try and let me know how you went. Have fun!
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