Chilean Fried Cheese Empanadas

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Very popular in Chile.

Yields1 Serving
Prep Time10 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time20 mins
 10 frozen turnover dought for frying
 8 oz mozzarela
 1 canola oil
1

The dough must be thawed for a long time this is important because if not, it will not stick/close together.

2

Add a moderate amount of chese

3

Wrap it and give it a nice empanada shape.

4

Heat the cooking oil in a small dutch oven use plenty of coal to get it hot until it is ready to fry this can take 15-20 minutes.

5

Fry two at a time. when one side turns golden brown flip it and then remove when both sides are golden. repeat the process until they are all fried and enjoy!

Ingredients

 10 frozen turnover dought for frying
 8 oz mozzarela
 1 canola oil

Directions

1

The dough must be thawed for a long time this is important because if not, it will not stick/close together.

2

Add a moderate amount of chese

3

Wrap it and give it a nice empanada shape.

4

Heat the cooking oil in a small dutch oven use plenty of coal to get it hot until it is ready to fry this can take 15-20 minutes.

5

Fry two at a time. when one side turns golden brown flip it and then remove when both sides are golden. repeat the process until they are all fried and enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 2 empanadas

Amount Per Serving
Calories 350Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 990mg42%
Total Carbohydrate 44g15%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 2g
Protein 10g20%
Vitamin A 60%
Calcium 200%
Iron 3.6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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