Ninja Foodi Beef Empanadas
Serve up these outstanding Ninja Foodi Beef Empanadas this holiday season. I am telling you, the Ninja Foodi crisps up the outside of your empanadas perfectly, so you have a crispy flaky crust, with a filling that is bursting with flavor.
These Ninja Foodi Beef Empanadas literally have me dancing around in excitement. I have always considered myself very lucky because I live within a few miles of one of the Empanada Guy’s food trucks. Until I got my Ninja Foodi I never even considered making an empanada. I have such delicious ones close enough by and the mess I make frying foods is not worth me frying foods! I hate cleaning up that mess.
The Best Ninja Foodi Beef Empanadas You Will Ever Have
So because I don’t like frying, my Ninja Foodi will crisp these empanadas up like they were fried, and I don’t lose out on the crispy outside, and the cleanup is minimal. Let me share all about how I make these outstanding beef empanadas using the Air Fryer crisper lid on my Foodi.
How Do You Make Easy Beef Empanadas
If you follow my recipe below, you will be amazed at how easy these are to assemble. I use the traditional green olives, ground beef, spices and more to give you that authentic empanada flavor. The Foodi will crisp it up nicely so put that cooking oil away, you won’t need it!
Are Empanadas Mexican
Many consider empanadas Mexican because you will find if you take a visit, there are so many different flavor combination and styles of empanadas in Mexico. You will find some filled with fish, made with a corn dough, pork picadillo flavored ones, and so much more.
Can You Freeze Empanadas
Yes! Just lay your unbaked beef empananadas on a lined baking sheet, to prevent sticking. Then freeze them until they are frozen through and solid. Then put them in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. You can bake them straight from the freezer just adjust the cooking time. Or allow to thaw and cook accordingly.
I am so happy that I have been able to learn how to make them from home. I was a little intimidated by empanadas. Now that I ventured out and tried them I am now excited to continue the journey and maybe venture out to new flavors.
You will find many homes making empanadas around the holidays and new year. If you are one of them, I encourage you to try my recipe. Even better if you got a Ninja Foodi over the holidays. This is a great starter recipe to attempt in your Foodi.
If you are looking for another incredible dish to make in your Ninja Foodi, try my Ninja Foodi Copycat Buffalo Wild Wings Honey BBQ Wings
Ninja Foodi Beef Empanadas
These Ninja Foodi Beef Empanadas are so flaky and delicious. Made completely in your Foodi.
Ingredients
- 1/2 TBSP Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 TSP Minced Garlic
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 Pound ground beef
- 1/4 Cup 1/4 cup Tomato Sauce
- 10-12 Spanish Olives Stuffed with Minced Pimientos, thinly sliced
- 2 TBSO Sofrito (this will be in the same section as the goya seasoning)
- 1 Packet Sazon Goya with Coriander and Annatto
- 1/2 TSP Dried Oregano
- Ground Black Pepper, to taste
- 1 Package Goya Discos, thawed
Instructions
- Select Saute and set to high. Press Start
- Allow the pot to preheat for 5 minutes.
- Add 1/2 TBSP of olive oil. Let the oil heat up for a minute.
- Add the garlic and onions. Cook for a few minutes.
- Add chopped meat and cook until browned. Breaking up meat as it cooks.
- Add in tomato sauce, olives, sofrito, sazon packet, oregano n black pepper. MIx together.
- Select Saute and change temp to md and allow chopped meat mixture to simmer for 15 minutes.
- After 15 min, remove cooked chopped meat mixture to a bowl.
- On a lightly floured surface, lay a thawed disco
- Spoon about 2 tbsp. meat mixture into middle, fold in half to form a half moon; moisten edges with water and pinch to seal closed, or seal with a fork.
- Whisk egg white with water, then brush the tops of the empanadas.
- Place 2-3 in the crisp basket.
- Select Air Crisp, set temp to 375 degrees. Set time to 8 minutes. Press Start.
- Start checking your empanadas after about 5 minutes to make sure they do not over brown.
- Continue making batches until you finish all of your chopped meat mixture. I had enough for 5 large empanada discos.
Notes
I had enough for 5 large empanada discos.
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
What can you use instead of discos? I can’t find those?:/
you can use pie crust
Has anyone made these (and not air crisp them) ahead of time to air crisp them later? I made them last week and they were amazing but I was hoping to do everything prior to the last step and then refrigerating them for the day, allowing me to crisp them right before a party. I wanted to see if anyone has tried with success (or without success). Thank you!