Ingredients
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 pound extra-lean ground beef
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½ onion, diced
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¼ cup tomato sauce
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6 large pimento-stuffed olives, diced
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2 tablespoons sofrito (such as Goya)
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1 (1.41 ounce) package sazòn seasoning with coriander and achiote (such as Goya)
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2 small garlic cloves, minced and crushed
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½ teaspoon oregano
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2 (14 ounce) packages frozen empanada dough (such as Goya discos)
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4 cups vegetable oil, or as needed for frying
Directions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in hot oil until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in onion, tomato sauce, olives, sofrito, sazòn, garlic, and oregano. Bring to a simmer and cook until mixture is thickened, about 15 minutes.
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Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon meat mixture into the middle of a disco. Moisten the edges, fold dough to form a half-moon, and press with a fork to seal. Repeat with remaining meat mixture and discos.
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Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Working in batches, fry pastelillos in hot oil until golden brown and bubbly, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels before serving.
From the Editor
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 290 | Calories |
| 16g | Fat |
| 28g | Carbs |
| 11g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 15 | |
| Calories 290 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 16g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat 4g | 18% |
| Cholesterol 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium 736mg | 32% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin C 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium 6mg | 0% |
| Iron 1mg | 4% |
| Potassium 111mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
