Ham and cheese empanadas are crispy and golden turnovers filled with melted cheese, ham, and eggs, perfect to enjoy as an appetizer.
Their origin lies in the fusion of Spanish and indigenous cuisines, making them a popular and traditional dish in many Chilean families.
These delicious crispy dough empanadas filled with ham, cheese, and eggs represent a perfect combination of flavors.
Ham and Cheese Empanadas
Ingredients
½ kilogram of Flour
250 grams of Cheese
4 Eggs
250 grams of Ham
1 pinch of Salt
1 pinch of Pepper
Preparation
Step 1 : First, cut the ham into several strips.
Step 2 : If the cheese is tray-based, also cut it; if it's a different type, grate it and set aside along with the ham.
Step 3 : Then, cook all the eggs for two minutes; once ready, crush all the eggs.
Step 4 : Next, make the dough with the flour and add strips of ham, cheese, and crushed eggs. Repeat this process for all the empanadas you will make and seal each one.
Step 5 : Finally, fry for about 2 to 4 minutes on each side and once they're ready, remove the excess oil.
Step 6 : Serve and enjoy.
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