Yummm, Spicy Beef Empanada Pockets? Now that’s a handheld flavor bomb 💣🌶🥟
Golden, flaky crusts stuffed with spicy beef, peppers, and melty cheese… these little guys disappear fast — and they’re perfect for parties, snacks, or whenever you want to eat something awesome with your hands.
🥟🔥 Spicy Beef Empanada Pockets
(Crispy, golden pastry filled with seasoned ground beef, spicy peppers, and cheesy goodness.)
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 small jalapeño or chili, minced (adjust heat to your liking)
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
- Optional: chopped olives, corn, or cilantro
For the Dough:
- 1 package empanada wrappers or
- 1 sheet puff pastry or pie crust (store-bought = shortcut heaven)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
🔥 How to Make:
1. Cook the Filling:
- In a skillet, sauté onions + garlic until fragrant
- Add ground beef and cook until browned
- Stir in jalapeños, spices, and season with salt & pepper
- Let it cool slightly, then mix in cheese
2. Assemble the Empanadas:
- Roll out dough and cut into circles or squares (4–5 inches)
- Add 1–2 tbsp filling in the center
- Fold over and press edges to seal (use a fork for that classic crimp!)
- Brush tops with egg wash for that golden glow ✨
3. Bake or Fry:
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 min until golden brown
- Or fry in hot oil until crisp and bubbly
🥣 Dip Ideas:
- Chipotle mayo
- Avocado crema
- Classic salsa
- Spicy queso 🧀🔥
📝 Caption Ideas:
- “Warning: these pockets pack serious heat — and even more flavor. 🌶🔥”
- “Crispy. Cheesy. Spicy. Beefy. Pocket-sized perfection.”
- “Once you pop one, you’ll need like… six more.”
- “The ultimate snack attack just showed up.”
🎥 Reel Flow:
- Filling bubbling in the skillet
- Spoon + seal close-up
- Egg wash brushstroke + golden bake timelapse
- Final pull-apart with cheese stretch + steam puff
- Dip + bite = drool-worthy finish
Wanna make these vegetarian, turn ‘em into a sweet chili beef & pineapple twist, or go mini for party apps? Let’s remix it up — I got you!
