Empanadas de Guayaba y Queso en 30 Minutos

Ingredientes

• 12 empanada dough rounds ((or store-bought empanada discs))
• 14 ounces guava paste
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• Canola oil for frying

Preparación

1. 1

   Cut the cream cheese and guava paste into 1-inch slices. Set aside.

2. 2

   In the center of an empanada disc, place a guava paste slice and a slice of cream cheese on top. Fold the top half of the circle over the filling then seal with a fork. Repeat with the rest of the empanadas.

3. 3

   In a large skillet, heat 1 cup of oil to 400ºF. Fry the empanadas, a few at a time, until crispy and golden brown on all sides. Drain the empanadas on paper towel-lined plates. Serve immediately.

4. 4

   P.S. Allow the empanadas to cool slightly before eating. Guava gets hot so the filling can burn the roof of your mouth if you don't wait for them to cool a bit. I know this is the hardest part!