Golden Southwest Caribou Empanadas

Caribou Empanadas Recipe

🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour

Description:

Indulge in the flavors of the Southwest with these delightful Caribou Empanadas. A fusion of wild game, peppers, and savory vegetables, encased in a golden pastry, perfect for lunch or snacks. Follow this recipe from lovewithrecipes.com to create a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds.

Recipe Category:

Lunch/Snacks

Keywords:

Wild Game, Peppers, Vegetable, Meat, Southwestern U.S., < 60 Mins

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter
• 1/4 cup onions, finely chopped
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 1/4 cup tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• Salt, to taste
• 2 cups cooked caribou meat, finely chopped
• 1 pie pastry (your favorite recipe)
• All-purpose flour, for dusting

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:

   • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
   • Add finely chopped onions and diced celery. Sauté until onions are translucent.
   • Stir in the raisins, vinegar, tomato sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
   • Add the cooked caribou meat to the skillet, stirring well to combine.
   • Season with salt to taste.
   • Allow the mixture to simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together perfectly.

2. Chill the Filling:

   • Once the filling is cooked, remove the skillet from the stove and let it cool to room temperature.
   • Transfer the filling to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and allow the flavors to intensify.

3. Prepare the Pastry:

   • While the filling is chilling, prepare your favorite pie pastry dough.
   • Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
   • Using a round cutter or the rim of a glass, cut the dough into circles approximately the size of a cup.

4. Assemble the Empanadas:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Remove the chilled filling from the refrigerator.
   • Place a spoonful of the chilled filling in the center of each pastry circle.
   • Fold the pastry over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
   • Use a fork to crimp the edges of the empanadas to seal them shut.
   • Place the assembled empanadas on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each one.

5. Bake the Empanadas:

   • Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven.
   • Bake the empanadas for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
   • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 553.5
• Fat: 37.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
• Cholesterol: 40.7mg
• Sodium: 689.6mg
• Carbohydrates: 50.6g
  • Fiber: 5.3g
  • Sugar: 12.7g
• Protein: 5.6g

Enjoy Your Caribou Empanadas!

Serve these delectable Caribou Empanadas as a savory snack or light lunch, and savor the rich flavors of the Southwest with every bite. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy meal at home, these empanadas are sure to be a hit!