Keto Empanadas

These Keto Empanadas are a savory delight! Seasoned meat filling is encased in a dough made from almond flour, cream cheese, eggs, and mozzarella cheese. Shaped into semi-circles and baked until golden and crispy, they’re a delicious low-carb alternative to traditional empanadas. Perfect for a snack, appetizer, or meal on the go!

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Ingredients:

For the filling:

• 1 pound ground meat (beef, chicken, or turkey)
• Your favorite seasoning blend for the meat
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)

For the dough:

• 2 1/2 cups almond flour
• 2 ounces cream cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:

• In a skillet, cook the ground meat over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
• Season the meat with your favorite seasoning blend. You can use a combination of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper, or any other spices you prefer.
• Once cooked, remove the meat from the skillet and set it aside to cool.

2. Make the Dough:

• In a nonstick pan, combine the almond flour, cream cheese, eggs, and shredded mozzarella cheese over low heat.
• Stir continuously until the cheese is melted and all ingredients are well combined, forming a dough-like consistency. This may take a few minutes.
• Remove the dough from the heat and transfer it to a flat surface lined with parchment paper.

3. Shape the Empanadas:

• Divide the dough into equal portions, depending on how large you want your empanadas to be.
• Roll out each portion of dough between two sheets of parchment paper to form a circle or oval shape, about 1/4 inch thick.

4. Fill and Seal the Empanadas:

• Place a spoonful of the cooked meat filling onto one half of each dough circle.
• Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a semi-circle shape.
• Press the edges of the dough together to seal the empanadas. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.

5. Bake the Empanadas:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Place the sealed empanadas onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and crispy.

6. Serve and Enjoy:

• Once baked, remove the empanadas from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
• Enjoy your homemade keto empanadas as a delicious appetizer, snack, or meal!

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Notes:

• You can customize the filling according to your preferences by adding vegetables like onions, peppers, or spinach.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
• These keto empanadas are a great make-ahead option for meal prep or a quick grab-and-go snack.