Description
Mouthwatering Egg and Pork Empanadillas for Any Occasion are the ultimate snack when you want something crispy, savory, and unforgettable. Perfect for parties or quick comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
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1 lb (450 g) ground pork
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4 large eggs, hard boiled and chopped
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1 small onion, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp ground cumin
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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¼ cup (15 g) fresh parsley, chopped
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12–14 empanadilla wrappers
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1 egg, beaten
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Oil for frying or spray for baking
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the onion until soft.
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Stir in garlic, then add the ground pork and cook until browned.
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Season with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper, then drain excess liquid.
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Mix in chopped parsley and let the filling cool slightly.
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Fold in the chopped boiled eggs and chill the mixture for 10–15 minutes.
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Place 1–2 tablespoons of filling into each wrapper.
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Brush edges with beaten egg and fold into half moons. Crimp edges with a fork.
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Fry at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes.
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Cool on a rack and serve warm.