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Empanadas de Atún y Chipotle

Empanadas de Atún y Chipotle

A healthy twist on traditional Mexican empanadas, using whole wheat flour and Mediterranean-inspired ingredients for a nutrient-dense appetizer.

45 min4 servingsmexicanappetizer
pescetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups wheat flour
  • 12 oz tuna
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 2 medium tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 0.25 cup cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon peppers

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2In a large bowl, mix the whole wheat flour with a little water and salt until a dough forms.
  3. 3Knead the dough for about 5 minutes, then let it rest for 15 minutes.
  4. 4In a separate bowl, combine the tuna, chipotle peppers, chopped tomatoes, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.
  5. 5Divide the dough into small balls and roll each out into a circle.
  6. 6Place a spoonful of the tuna mixture in the center of each dough circle.
  7. 7Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal.
  8. 8Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  9. 9Brush the top of each empanada with a little olive oil.
  10. 10Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  11. 11Serve warm with a side of lime wedges.

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