Maseca Recipes Empanadas

EMPANADAS WITH CORN DOUGH

Steps:

• Prepare the dough in a bowl, mixing the masa harina, salt, and warm water to form a ball, knead dough until smooth. Divide the dough into 12 balls, and flatten and slightly cover with plastic wrap. Set aside.
• Place one ball of dough between two pieces of plastic and press using a tortilla press, a heavy skillet or a dish. I know, you have seen the tortilla press, but somehow I love to use my glass dishes for this step. So, do not be afraid, use whatever you have.
• Remove the top piece of plastic and spoon some of the stuffing onto the tortilla. Leaving enough room to seal the edges.
• Using the piece of plastic fold the dough over to make a half moon shape turn over. Pinch the edges, making sure they seal to avoid any leaking of the mixture while frying. Remove the empanada from the plastic set aside on a large plate or tray and cover with a plastic wrap. Keep working with the rest of the dough making the empanadas.
• Heat the oil in a skillet over high heat. It's frying time!
• Deep fry the empanadas one or two at a time until golden brown.
• About 2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot topped with lettuce and avocado. Eat them adding some salsa. After that, take a long walk.

STANDARD MASA FOR EMPANADAS

Steps:

• Combine masarepa, salt and 2 cups tepid water in a large bowl. Stir with your hands and massage into a smooth dough.
• Take a small ball in your hand and press it flat. If the dough cracks, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it is smoother and workable. (Small cracks around the edges are OK.)
• Cover masa and set aside to rest for at least 15 minutes before using. Masa can be made several days in advance and stored in the fridge in a zip-top bag.
• For empanada assembly and cooking instructions, proceed to Step 6 of this Colombian Beef and Potato Empanadas recipe.

STREET CORN EMPANADAS RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C).
• Make the street corn: In a large bowl, mix together the corn, red bell pepper, orange bell pepper, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, Cotija cheese, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and cumin until well combined.
• Assemble the empanadas: Open and unroll one can of Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls. Cut into 4 rectangles, then firmly press the perforated lines together to seal. Cut each rectangle in half to form 8 squares.
• Scoop a heaping tablespoon of the street corn filling onto the center of each square and fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle. Firmly press the edges together with a fork to seal. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and milk until smooth and brush the empanadas with the egg wash.
• Place 2-3 empanadas at a time in the air fryer basket and air fry until golden brown, 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a plate while you repeat with the remaining empanadas.
• Arrange the empanadas on a serving platter and top with the crema, Cotija cheese, and cilantro. Serve immediately.
• Enjoy!