5. To shape the empanadas, add some filling to each empanada and fold the dough over in half to enclose the filling. Use a fork to press and seal the edges closed.

You can refrigerate the uncooked empanadas for up to 3 hours. To cook the empanadas, heat the oil to 350°F in a heavy bottom pot. Fry the empanadas until golden brown, 6 to 7 minutes.

We love the crunchiness of the crust and the incredible cheese pull you get after deep frying these empanadas, but you can also bake them at 375 F for 20 minutes or cook them in the air fryer at ...

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