Directions:
- Combine the spices in a medium bowl. Rub 1/2 cup of spice mixture all over the pork until completely coated, and let marinate for 2 hours. (Reserve the remainder of the spices for another time.).
- In a large pot, add the pork and enough water to cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the meat pulls apart easily. Set aside to cool. Shred with a fork. Chill until ready to use. (can be made ahead).
- In a medium bowl, mix all the ingredients for the salsa. In a separate bowl combine the ingredients for the glaze. Chill. (can be made ahead).
- In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients and shortening and mix. Add small amounts of the water at a time until the dough forms. Knead for a few minutes, and then wrap the dough in plastic and allow to rest for 1 hour.
- After the dough rests, on a floured table roll out dough to 1/8-inch thick. Cut 4-inch disks and set aside in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap. Excess scraps can be rolled again for more disks, just allow the scrap ball to rest before rolling.
- When ready to make, combine the pork with the filling mixture. Mix well. If available, use a food processor to puree the mixture. Set aside.
- Mix equal parts cold water and flour to use as a binder for the empanadas. Fill the dough disks with a generous spoon of the filling, brush the outer edges with the flour and water mix and then fold over so it looks similar to ravioli. Crimp the edges with a fork and set aside for frying. (can be frozen at this point).
- Preheat oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven to 350 degrees F. Fry the empanadas for about 3 to 5 minutes or until they are golden brown.
- Brush the empanadas with the chipotle honey glaze and serve on a bed of the salsa.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 442.08 Kcal (1851 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 107.96 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 12g | 18% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 34.01mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1860.02mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 796.96mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbs | 66.99g | 22% | |
| Sugars | 23.89g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.35g | 25% | |
| Protein | 20.56g | 41% | |
| Vitamin C | 14.2mg | 24% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.3mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.9mg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 165.8mg | 17% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 156.21 Kcal (654 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 38.15 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 4.24g | 18% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 12.02mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 657.26mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 281.62mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbs | 23.67g | 22% | |
| Sugars | 8.44g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.24g | 25% | |
| Protein | 7.27g | 41% | |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 24% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.1mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 58.6mg | 17% | |
* 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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