Pulled Pork Empanadas
My pulled pork empanadas feature flaky pastry wrapped around smoky barbecue pulled pork, melty cheddar cheese, and just the right amount of spice.
Servings: 12 Empanadas
Calories: 266kcal
Ingredients
Pulled Pork Mixture
- 1 ½ cups pulled pork
- ½ cup onion diced
- 1 jalapeño stem and seeds removed, diced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 teaspoon Slap Ya Mama® seasoning
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 11.6 ounce 5” empanada dough I used Goya
Egg Wash
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Pulled Pork Mixture
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Saute onions and jalapenos until tender.
- Add pulled pork, seasonings, and barbecue sauce. Heat until boiling then remove from heat.
Assembling the Empanadas
- On a lightly floured surface, lay out a few pieces of dough at a time.
- Add a little water to the edges of the dough before filling to help seal.
- Next, add a small amount of shredded cheese and a heaping tablespoon of brisket mixture.
- Fold the dough in half. Pinch the edges and, using the tines of a fork, crimp the edges to seal.
- Place empanadas on the prepared baking sheet.
Egg Wash
- In a small bowl, whisk egg and water together. Using a basting brush, brush egg wash over the top of each empanada.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the empanada crust is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Don't overfill the dough, or it may split while baking.
- Let the filling cool slightly before assembling to prevent the dough from becoming soggy.
- Seal the edges well using both water and a fork.
- Freshly shredded cheddar melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Nutritional values are approximate.
Please note that these values can change with different brands and any modifications made to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements.
Nutrition
Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 682mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 431IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 161mg | Iron: 2mg