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Chilean Fried Cheese Empanadas

Yields1 ServingPrep Time10 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time20 mins

Very popular in Chile.

 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!

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

2 empanadas

Amount per serving
Calories350
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g20%

Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 990mg44%
Total Carbohydrate 44g16%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 10g
Vitamin A 60mcg7%
Calcium 200mg16%
Iron 3.6mg20%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.