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Crispy air fryer empanadas

Air Fryer Empanadas: Crispy, Easy & Ready in 30 Minutes

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  • Author: Clarice
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 12 empanadas
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy air fryer empanadas filled with savory ingredients like meat, cheese, and onion, all ready in under 30 minutes without the mess of deep frying.


Ingredients

1 package of empanada dough

1 cup cooked meat (chicken, beef, or pork)

1/2 cup cheese, shredded

1/4 cup onions, diced

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)


Instructions

1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.

2. In a bowl, mix the cooked meat, cheese, and onions.

3. Take a piece of empanada dough and fill it with the mixture.

4. Fold the dough over and seal the edges with a fork.

5. Brush the top with beaten egg.

6. Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

7. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.


Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket—cook in batches.

To reheat, air fry at 350°F for 3–4 minutes until warm and crisp.

Freeze uncooked empanadas for later and air fry straight from frozen with 2-3 extra minutes.