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Breakfast Empanadas

Savory Breakfast Empanadas for a Quick Morning Boost

Delightful Breakfast Empanadas filled with chorizo, potatoes, and eggs for a fantastic morning meal.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 empanadas
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 170 grams Unsalted Butter 1 1/2 sticks
  • 2 3/4 cups All-purpose Flour 349 grams
  • 2 teaspoons Fine Sea Salt
  • Pinch Paprika
  • 2 teaspoons Olive Oil
  • Water Water Provides moisture
For the Filling
  • 1/2 pound Chorizo
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 small Potato Peeled and diced
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Chopped
  • 1/2 medium Red Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 1/2 medium Green Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Diced
  • 5 Large Eggs Beaten
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 Egg Provides color
  • 3 tablespoons Water Thins out egg wash

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Tray
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, melt butter with water over low heat. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and paprika. Gradually mix in the warm butter mixture, kneading until you have a soft dough. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the chorizo. Cook until browned and crumbly, then add the diced potato, chopped onion, and bell peppers, sautéing until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in garlic and spices, then add the scrambled eggs and cheese until well combined.
  3. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into circles, approximately 4-5 inches in diameter. Spoon filling onto half of each circle, fold over, and seal the edges by crimping with a fork.
  4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place empanadas on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush each with the egg wash made by whisking the egg and water together. Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and flaky.

Nutrition

Serving: 1empanadaCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 11gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 12mg

Notes

Empanadas can be served warm with salsa or guacamole for dipping. Make a batch in advance for easy breakfasts throughout the week.

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