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Nutritional Values

🔥500kcal
💪20gProtein
🌾55gCarbs
🥑20gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️200 gServing

* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥛 Dairy

Empanadas Coloniales

How to order / say it
Say it Empanadas Coloniales — [em-pah-nah-dahs koh-loh-nee-ah-les]
Order Could I have some Empanadas Coloniales?
Locally ¿Podría tener algunas Empanadas Coloniales?
Say locally

Savory pastries with a mix of meats and spices, distinct to Colonia.

Why try it?

As a staple snack of the region, these empanadas embody the rich cultural blend of Spanish and local influences which are central to Colonia del Sacramento's identity.

How it tastes

The pastry is crispy and flaky, encasing a rich and hearty filling. The combination of meats and spices offers a robust and satisfying flavor.

Origin & History — first documented: 1600

Empanadas arrived in Uruguay via Spanish settlers in the 16th century. Over time, Colonia del Sacramento lent its own flavor by integrating local meats and spices, creating the unique Empanadas Coloniales.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 300 g all-purpose flour
  • 🥛 100 g butter
  • 🥩 200 g beef mince
  • 🧄 1 onion
  • 🥕 1 bell pepper
  • 🧂 1 tbsp paprika

Method

  1. 1 Prepare the pastry dough by mixing flour and butter.
  2. 2 Cook the beef mince with chopped onion and bell pepper.
  3. 3 Season with paprika and let cool.
  4. 4 Fill the pastry circles with the beef mixture and fold.
  5. 5 Bake until golden brown and crispy.

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