Empanadas senza glutine

Ingredienti

• 3 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour
• 1 teaspoon xanthan gum (omit if the flour already contains it)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted cold butter, cubed
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup cold buttermilk
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese of choice, like Colby jack, cheddar or mozzarella, or a mix
• 1 large egg beaten with 1 tbsp of water

Preparazione

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl add the flour,...: In a large mixing bowl add the flour, xanthan gum (if using), and salt. Whisk to combine. Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix until the mixture resembles a coarse meal. Create a well in the middle.

2. 2

   Add the egg with the buttermilk to the...: Add the egg with the buttermilk to the well you just created in the flour. Gradually mix the egg into the flour using a fork. Mix until the dough thickens and forms a ball. Wrap tightly in a plastic wrap and allow the dough to rest for 30 minutes or so in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a frying pan...: Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes or until translucent. Add the ground beef, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, cumin salt, and pepper.

4. 4

   Cook until the ground beef is browned all...: Cook until the ground beef is browned all over. Drain the fat and return the mixture to the pan on medium heat. Add the ketchup and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Mix in the shredded cheese and take the mixture off the heat. Set aside to cool.

5. 5

   Preheat the oven to 350ºF and line a...: Preheat the oven to 350ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and lightly flour a clean surface.

6. 6

   Roll the dough into a thin circular shape....: Roll the dough into a thin circular shape. To make the small empanadas use a round cutter or a drinking glass with a 4-inch diameter to cut holes into the dough. You can use whatever size you want. Place the circle onto the baking sheet.

7. 7

   Repeat step 6 with the remaining dough until...: Repeat step 6 with the remaining dough until no dough remains.

8. 8

   Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the...: Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of each circle. Brush some egg wash on one side of the circle, then fold over to create half a circle. Crimp the edges with a fork.

9. 9

   With a small knife cut a small slit...: With a small knife cut a small slit to let the steam escape.

10. 10

    Brush the empanadas with egg wash and bake...: Brush the empanadas with egg wash and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.