Empanadas are stuffed pastries that have a savory or sweet filling wrapped up in pastry dough. They can be baked or fried and filled with meats and vegetables of your choice., A staple of Latin American cuisine, empanadas are delicate dough-wrapped pastries that can contain fillings ranging from meats to sweets. They're easy to wrap up for lunch on-the-go, or serve on a tray at your next tailgate for an international twist on finger foods., Try these empanada recipes for comfort food at its best! From beef to chicken to shrimp, there are so many delicious fillings for empanadas., The filling for these homemade beef empanadas is reminiscent of satisfying picadillo, a popular dish throughout Latin America and the Philippines made with ground meat and tomatoes., These crispy, cheesy, 30-minute easy beef empanadas are so simple to make with refrigerated pie crust and a savory beef and cheese filling. Whip up these yummy empanadas and serve with creamy, authentic Mexican guacamole for a delicious meal!, .