Chicken Empanadas (Emeril Lagasse) Recipe

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Chicken Empanadas (Emeril Lagasse)
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  1. In a large saute pan, over medium heat, add the oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions. Season with salt and crushed red pepper. Saute for 2 minutes. Add the chicken. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and turn into a mixing bowl. Add the garlic, green onions, olives, raisins and eggs. Season with salt. Mix well. On a floured surface, roll the dough out to a circle, 1/8-inch thick. Using a 4-inch round cutter, cut the dough into individual circles. Press the remaining dough together and repeat the above process. Preheat the fryer. Place about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center of each circle. Lightly wet the edges of the dough with water. Fold the dough over, forming a half-moon, using your fingers, seal the edges completely and crimp the sides of the dough. Place the finished empanadas on a parchment lined baking sheet. Fry in batches until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Season with salt. Serve warm on a large platter. Garnish with parsley. Yield: about 1 1/2 dozen empanadas
  2. In a mixing bowl combine the masa harina, flour, cornmeal and baking powder. Season with the salt and pepper and mix thoroughly. Cream in the lard and add the water a little at a time, working the mixture until all is completely incorporated. Using your hands, form the dough into a log about 12 inches long by 3 inches across and refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
  3. Difficulty: Intermediate
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1952.08 Kcal (8173 kJ)
Calories from fat 823.21 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 91.47g 141%
Cholesterol 518.94mg 173%
Sodium 8309.46mg 346%
Potassium 2007.44mg 43%
Total Carbs 212.48g 71%
Sugars 25.78g 103%
Dietary Fiber 28.56g 114%
Protein 83.76g 168%
Vitamin C 9.4mg 16%
Iron 8.7mg 48%
Calcium 657.6mg 66%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 147.32 Kcal (617 kJ)
Calories from fat 62.13 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.9g 141%
Cholesterol 39.16mg 173%
Sodium 627.1mg 346%
Potassium 151.5mg 43%
Total Carbs 16.04g 71%
Sugars 1.95g 103%
Dietary Fiber 2.16g 114%
Protein 6.32g 168%
Vitamin C 0.7mg 16%
Iron 0.7mg 48%
Calcium 49.6mg 66%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 45.9
    Points
  • 52
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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