EMPANADAS Perfect for summer picnics – makes 8-10
Ingredients: Oil for frying 1 red onion, finely chopped 500g lean minced beef 1 red sweet pepper, coarsely chopped 1 tin chopped tomatoes 1 beef stock cube dissolved in ½ cup of warm water 2 teaspoons PEPS Chilli Relish (available from Bulwick Village Shop) 2 teaspoons ground cumin Handful of coriander, coarsely chopped 3 tablespoons pimento stuffed olives, sliced 2 tablespoons capers 1 chopped red chilli, seeds removed Salt and pepper to taste 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 pack of ready-to-use shortcrust pastry
Method: Preheat oven to 200°C /180°C fan/ gas 6. Heat the oil and gently fry the onions, then add the beef and chopped pepper. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, stock, PEPS Chilli Relish, cumin, coriander, olives, capers and chilli. Simmer for about 20 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated, season to taste and then leave to cool. Roll out the pastry and cut into circles with a saucer – you should get about 8–10 circles. Place a generous tablespoon of beef mixture in each circle. Brush edges of the pastry with beaten egg. Fold over and seal with the back of a spoon or fork. Place the empanadas on a lightly greased baking tray. Brush each one with beaten egg. Bake for approximately 12 minutes or until golden brown.
These are delicious hot or cold and are suitable for freezing.
The Pickled Village
I have an international background and years of expertise in making preserves of all kinds. I am passionate about food - using the best ingredients available - and I enjoy cooking and pleasing those who eat my food; it is a form of giving love to others. I showcase my products in Bulwick Village Stores, where I have a permanent tasting table. My idea is that customers should taste before they buy - in fact when customers taste they almost invariably buy - the problem usually is that they are not sure what to choose!
The Pickled Village
15 Main Street, Bulwick, Northants, NN17 3DY
Tel: 01780 450774
Camille Ortega McLean
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