Fried Ham and Cheese Empanadas

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Combine flour, salt, oil, and warm water to form the dough.
  2. 2Knead dough.
  3. 3Let the dough rest.
  4. 4Cut mozzarella cheese and ham into squares.
  5. 5Combine mozzarella, ham, and cream cheese.
  6. 6Add spices.
  7. 7Cut the dough.
  8. 8Stretch dough.
  9. 9Fill the dough.
  10. 10Shape the empanadas.
  11. 11Fry in abundant oil.
  12. 12Remove the empanadas from the oil.

Ingredients

  • 500 gr all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 60 ml oil
  • 260 ml water
  • 350 gr mozzarella cheese
  • 350 gr ham
  • 3 tbsp cream cheese
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Tips

  • Adding cream cheese to the filling ensures a creamy texture.
  • Frying the empanadas in abundant oil.