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Nutritional Values
400kcal
18gProtein
35gCarbs
20gFat
2gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Empanadas
How to order / say it
Say it
Empanadas — [em-pah-NAH-dahs]
Order
I'll have an empanada, please.
Locally
Me gustaría una empanada, por favor.
Say locally
Pastry filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables, and then baked or fried.
Why try it?
Empanadas are a beloved snack that reflects Miami's Latin American roots and diverse culinary influences. Sampling them offers insight into the traditional street foods enjoyed across the city.
How it tastes
The golden-brown pastry is crisp yet flaky, enveloping a warm, savory filling that can range from spiced meats to melted cheeses or seasoned vegetables.
Origin & History — first documented: 1500
Empanadas trace their origins to Spain and Portugal and were brought to Latin America in the 16th century. They became widespread in Miami as Latin American communities grew, offering a versatile and portable meal option.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g Pastry dough
- 🥩 150 g Ground beef
- 🧄 50 g Onion
- 🥕 50 g Bell pepper
- 🧂 2 tsp Spices
- 🥛 50 g Cheese
Method
- 1 Sauté onion, bell pepper, and spices until soft.
- 2 Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- 3 Roll out pastry dough and fill with mixture.
- 4 Fold and seal the edges, then bake or fry until golden.
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