Seafood Empanadas Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. cooked seafood (crabmeat, shrimp and/or scallops)
• 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 tsp. cumin
• 1/2 tsp. paprika
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1 Tbsp. lime juice
• 1 package (2-count) refrigerated pie crusts
• 1 egg white, beaten

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix together seafood, red onion, red bell pepper, garlic, cilantro, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, tomato sauce and lime juice.
3. Roll out the pie crusts and cut into 6-inch circles.
4. Place about 3 tablespoons of the seafood mixture in the center of each circle.
5. Brush the edges of the circle with the egg white, fold in half and crimp edges with a fork.
6. Place empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Brush the tops with egg white.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Serving Suggestions:

These Seafood Empanadas are perfect to serve as an appetizer or as a main dish with a crispy green salad on the side. Enjoy!

Verdict:

These Seafood Empanadas are delicious and filled with a spicy and flavorful mixture of seafood. The crust is crispy and flaky and the filling is a perfect balance of heat and flavor. These empanadas are sure to be a crowd pleaser at any dinner party or gathering.