How to make vegan empanadas Dough Instructions:

• In a bowl, combine masa harina and salt.
• Gradually add warm water, mixing to form a soft dough.
• Add vegetable oil and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
• Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each into a ball.
• Flatten each ball into a round disc for empanada shells.
• Fill with your desired stuffing, fold, and seal the edges.
• Bake or fry as preferred.
• Enjoy your homemade masa empanadas!

How to make vegan empanadas filling Instructions:

• In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, red onion, and red bell pepper. Sauté until softened.
• Stir in black beans, corn, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
• Remove from heat and let the filling cool to room temperature.
• Use this delectable mixture to fill your masa empanadas dough, following the previous recipe.
• Bake or fry the empanadas until golden brown.
• Garnish with fresh cilantro and savor the delightful flavors of these vegan corn and black bean empanadas.
• Enjoy your plant-based culinary creation!

How to make vegan empanadas Instructions:

For Empanada Assembly:

• Preheat your oven, air fryer or deep pan according to the specific instructions for those appliances.
• Roll out the masa dough into individual discs, ensuring they are of uniform thickness.
• Place a portion of the vegan corn and black bean filling in the center of each dough disc.
• Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, and press the edges to seal.
• You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.

How to fry empanadas

• Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (180°C).
• Carefully place empanadas in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, turning to ensure even cooking.
• Remove and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

How to make baked empanadas recipe

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Place assembled empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.

Air fryer empanadas

• Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
• Lightly spray or brush empanadas with oil.
• Arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
• Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.

How to deep fry empanadas

• Heat a deep fryer or a large pot with oil to 350°F (180°C).
• Carefully place empanadas in the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
• Remove and drain excess oil on paper towels.
• Remember to adjust cooking times based on your specific appliance and preferences for crust crispiness. Enjoy your delicious vegan corn and black bean empanadas!