Empanada, SIMPOL!

From the Spanish word ’empanar’ which means -- to wrap or coat the bread. This recipe is perfect to satisfy your Pinoy-merienda cravings! Enjoy making it with your family, surely they will love it! Serves 5 to 6. For the Empanada: INGREDIENTS: Set A: 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons powdered sugar 1 ½ teaspoon fine salt Set B: 4 tablespoons Golden Fiesta Canola Oil 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Set C: 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon Datu Puti Vinegar 2 tablespoons water Chef Tatung’s Tip: • If the dough becomes too soft to handle, chill briefly until it firms up again. For the Picadillo/Filling: INGREDIENTS: Set A: 350 grams ground pork 2 tablespoons Golden Fiesta Cooking Oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 piece onion, minced 1 piece tomato, diced 350 grams ground pork (1 1/3 cups) 4 tablespoons soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Salt, to taste 2 tablespoons tomato sauce (optional) Set B (optional, you can use any combination of your preference): 1 piece potato, diced 1 piece carrot, diced 1 piece red bell pepper, diced 3/4 cup green peas 1/2 cup raisins Chef Tatung’s Tip: • You can use ground beef or chicken for this recipe as well. • Soak the potatoes in water to maintain its freshness and color.