Corn Empanadas with Cheese

Name: Corn Empanadas with Cheese
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 20
Cuisine: Argentina
Ingredients: 3 cups flour, for the dough; 1 tablespoon salt, for the dough; 1/4 cups vegetable oil, for the dough; water, for the dough; 2 cups corn kernel; 1 bell pepper, in small cubes; 1 1/2 cups Organic Rumiano Monterey Jack Cheese®; 1/2 cups onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped; salt and pepper

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Dive into the incredible flavor of these corn empanadas with cheese, as they not only turn out very crispy, but the filling is simply irresistible. The best part? These corn empanadas with cheese will be ready in just 25 minutes. Don't miss out on trying them!

What we love most about these empanadas is that, besides being easy and quick, they can be served as a main dish or a side. They pair perfectly with grilled meat, chorizo, and more. Are you ready to try these corn empanadas with cheese?

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Preparation

15 mins

10 mins

Medium

Heat the oil in a pan over high heat and sauté the garlic and onion, then add the corn kernels and cook for 3 more minutes. Add the bell pepper and season with salt and pepper. Let cool. Mix the flour, salt, oil, and a little water in a mixing bowl with a hook attachment and knead until a flexible consistency is achieved.

Roll out the dough with a rolling pin until you reach a thickness of half a centimeter and cut portions with a ring.