Tuna Empanada Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a pan, saut茅 onions and bell peppers until they are soft and translucent.
• STEP 2.Add canned tuna, salt, pepper, and your choice of spices to the pan. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
• STEP 3.Roll out the empanada dough and cut it into circles. Spoon the tuna mixture onto one half of each circle.
• STEP 4.Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges by pressing them together with a fork.
• STEP 5.Bake the empanadas in a preheated oven at 375掳F (190掳C) for about 20 minutes or until they are golden brown.
• STEP 6.Serve the tuna empanadas hot or cold, and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• You can add additional ingredients like olives or cheese to the filling for extra flavor.
• If you don't have empanada dough, you can use puff pastry or pie crust as a substitute.
• To make the empanadas extra crispy, brush them with an egg wash before baking.

Storage and Serving

• Tuna empanadas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the empanadas in a preheated oven at 350掳F (175掳C) for about 10 minutes.
• Serve the empanadas as an appetizer with a dipping sauce, or as a main course with a side salad.