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Vegetarian Empanadas with Vegetables and Cheese

These vegetable and cheese empanadas are not only delicious but also a healthy choice. Thanks to the mix of fresh and colorful vegetables, they are rich in vitamins and fiber, while the cheese provides a creamy texture and an irresistible taste.
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Single dish
Cuisine: International cuisine, Italian cuisine
Servings: 6 persone

Ingredients

Ingredients for the Dough:

  • 160 gr flour
  • 110 gr cold butter cut into cubes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4-6 tablespoons ice water

Ingredients for the Filling:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pcs onion chopped
  • 1 pcs carrot medium, grated
  • 4 cloves garlic chopped
  • 4-5 pcs medium mushrooms chopped
  • 1/2 pcs red pepper diced
  • q.b. Fresh basil leaves chopped
  • q.b. Fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • q.b. Salt and black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/3 cup grated cheese

Instructions

  • Prepare the dough by sifting the flour and mixing it with salt.
  • Incorporate the cold butter using a pastry blender, fork, or food processor until crumbly.
  • Add the ice water slowly and mix until well combined.
  • Wrap the dough in plastic wrap, form a disk, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the onion until soft.
  • Add the carrot, garlic, red pepper, and mushrooms. Stir in the soy sauce and cook until water evaporates.
  • Lower the heat, add basil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Let the filling cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 3mm thick.
  • Using a circular cutter, cut out 9cm diameter circles.
  • Place a spoonful of filling on half of each circle and add some cheese.
  • Moisten the edges of the circle with water and fold the dough into a semicircle, sealing the edges with a fork.
  • Arrange the empanadas on the baking sheet and brush the surface with a beaten egg.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden. Let cool slightly before serving.