Authentic Empanada Pastry Dough

Try this easy and authentic empanada pastry dough! Quick to make since all ingredients are mixed in a food processor, then kneaded just very quickly and it’s done. You can make it in advance, just cut it into discs, and freeze for later use.

Step: 1

Combine sifted flour and butter in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until crumbly. Add egg and pulse until just combined.

Step: 2

Dissolve salt in warm water. Add gradually to the food processor and pulse until a soft dough ball forms. Turn ball into a bowl and wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Step: 3

Dust a work surface with flour and knead dough for 1 minute. Roll out thinly and cut into discs. Freeze discs for later use or use right away for your favorite sweet or savory empanadas.

Per Serving: 116 calories; protein 2.7g; carbohydrates 15.9g; fat 4.5g; cholesterol 25.7mg; sodium 200.8mg.

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