Baked Tuna and Corn Empanadas

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@cocinero44

Today we bring you a recipe that you can prepare for Easter or enjoy year-round: delicious baked tuna and corn empanadas. This recipe is a variation of the traditional Lent empanadas, which are typically filled with vegetables. The homemade empanada dough is specially designed for baking, and it’s not only...

Baked Tuna and Corn Empanadas recipe
Prep Time
40min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
1hr

Ingredients

12 Servings
(1 serving = 1 empanada)

For the dough

  • flour
    flour
    600g
  • butter
    butter
    200g
  • egg
    egg
    1
  • salt
    salt
    1tsp
  • milk
    milk
    1cup

For the filling

  • medium onions
    medium onions
    2
  • red bell pepper red bell pepper
    red bell pepper red bell pepper
    1
  • tuna in water (drained)
    tuna in water (drained)
    2can
  • sweet corn kernels (drained)
    sweet corn kernels (drained)
    1can
  • béchamel sauce (white sauce)
    béchamel sauce (white sauce)
    1cup
  • hard-boiled eggs
    hard-boiled eggs
    2
  • pitted green olives
    pitted green olives
    50g
  • oil
    oil
  • salt
    salt
  • pepper
    pepper

How to make Baked Tuna and Corn Empanadas

For the dough

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, place the flour and make a well in the center. Add the butter cut into pieces, the egg, salt, and gradually add the milk while incorporating the flour to form the dough.

  2. Step 2

    Knead the dough until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

For the filling

  1. Step 1

    Finely chop the onions and the bell pepper, removing the seeds and white veins beforehand.

  2. Step 2

    In a skillet with a little oil, sauté the onion and bell pepper.

  3. Step 3

    Once the onion becomes translucent, add the drained tuna and cook for one minute. Remove from heat.

  4. Step 4

    Add the drained corn kernels, béchamel sauce, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and sliced green olives to the mixture.

  5. Step 5

    Mix everything well and season with salt and pepper.

Assembling the empanadas

  1. Step 1

    Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out with a rolling pin. Cut out circles for the empanadas and fill them with the prepared filling.

  2. Step 2

    Seal the edges with water and press firmly to prevent the filling from spilling out during baking. You can also seal the edges using a fork.

  3. Step 3

    Place the empanadas on a baking tray that has been greased and floured. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for about 20 minutes or until the empanadas are golden brown.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

305.0kcal (15.25%)

Protein

10.0g (20%)

Carbs

26.7g (9.7%)

Sugars

1.7g (3.34%)

Healthy Fat

6.8g

Unhealthy Fat

10.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. You can prepare the filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.

  2. If you prefer a crispier texture, brush the empanadas with egg wash before baking.

  3. Ensure the edges are sealed properly to avoid any filling spilling out during baking.

FAQS

  1. Can I use store-bought dough for this recipe?

    Yes, you can use store-bought empanada dough if you prefer to save time.

  2. Can I freeze the empanadas?

    Yes, you can freeze the empanadas before baking. When ready to serve, bake them directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

  3. What can I substitute for béchamel sauce?

    You can use cream cheese or sour cream as a substitute for béchamel sauce.

  4. Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

    Yes, you can use gluten-free flour for the dough to make this recipe gluten-free.

  5. How do I reheat the empanadas?

    Reheat the empanadas in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 10 minutes or until warmed through.

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