Easy Beef Empanadas

Name: Easy Beef Empanadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 package of pre-made pie crust (2 rolls); 1 pound of lean ground beef - I use 90% lean, however 80% or less will work - just drain off the excess fat before continuing; 1/4 cup diced yellow onion; 1/2 medium diced bell pepper, any color; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoons minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 cup Mexican blended cheese; 1 egg

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:15min

These Easy Beef Empanadas use flaky pie crust and ground beef to create the perfect dinner. Ready in about 30 minutes, they make a great weeknight meal!

Updated at: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 01:48:43 GMT