How to Prepare a Flavorful Cornmeal and Meat Empanada

Step 1 : To prepare the empanadas, start by heating the water with salt and yellow coloring, avoiding boiling.

Step 2 : Then add the flour and mix thoroughly, allowing the dough to rest for a few minutes.

Step 3 : After resting, work the dough and form medium-sized balls, which are set aside while preparing the filling.

Step 4 : For the filling, chop the onion, garlic, and pepper into small pieces, and sauté in a saucepan with 3 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 5 : Add the chopped meat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, season with salt, add half of the chicken broth cube, and pour in the wine.

Step 6 : Cover and cook until all the liquid has evaporated.

Step 7 : Sprinkle some wheat flour on plastic wrap and take a ball of cornmeal dough.

Step 8 : Gently flatten the ball with your palms and place it on the paper.

Step 9 : Using a rolling pin, gently roll out the dough to prevent tearing.

Step 10 : Outline a circle using a plate.

Step 11 : Place the preferred filling, such as seasoned meat, in the center of each dough circle.

Step 12 : Carefully join the edges and close by gently pressing them together.

Step 13 : Repeat this step with all remaining empanadas.

Step 14 : Finally, fry the empanadas in abundant oil.