empanada Recipes
9 delicious empanada recipes from around the world
Empanada Gallega
A traditional Galician savory pie, this large empanada features a rich tuna and vegetable filling encased in a tender, oil-based dough, baked to golden perfection.
Empanada Gallega de Atún
A hearty and flavorful Galician tuna pie, traditionally made for festivals and feasts. This large, savory pie is filled with tender tuna, sweet peppers, and onions, all encased in a golden, flaky pastry.
Empanada de Carne Venezolana
Crispy, golden-fried corn masa pockets filled with a savory ground beef and vegetable mixture. A beloved Venezuelan street food classic.
Empanada de Cazón
Traditional Venezuelan empanadas filled with a flavorful shredded shark (cazón) and vegetable mixture, encased in a crispy corn dough. A beloved coastal specialty, particularly from Margarita Island.
Empanada de Pipián (Colombian Potato and Peanut Empanadas)
Authentic Cauca-style empanadas featuring a savory filling of mashed potatoes and a rich, spiced peanut sauce, encased in a crispy corn masa shell. A beloved Colombian street food.
Empanada de Pollo (Venezuelan Chicken Empanadas)
Crispy, golden-fried empanadas filled with a savory shredded chicken and vegetable mixture. A beloved Venezuelan street food and appetizer.
Empanada de Queso Venezolana
Crispy fried empanadas filled with a generous amount of melty white Venezuelan cheese. A beloved breakfast and snack.
Empanadas de Cambray
Delicate and sweet Colombian empanadas filled with creamy arequipe (dulce de leche), perfect as a dessert or sweet snack.
Empanadas Venezolanas
Authentic Venezuelan empanadas, featuring a crispy fried corn dough shell filled with savory black beans and cheese. These are typically larger than their Colombian counterparts and are a beloved street food.