Delicious Empanadas with Capistrano Sausages: A Feast of Nostalgia and Latino Flavor

Nostalgia is a powerful feeling that can transport us to past times and make us yearn for the experiences and flavors of our childhood. For those living far from home but carrying their Latin and Hispanic roots, food becomes an essential connection to their cultural heritage. Let’s explore the charm of empanadas with a special twist: the delicious Capistrano sausages.

Here’s a recipe to prepare delicious empanadas with Capistrano sausages with a Latin twist:

Ingredients:

• 1 package of empanada dough (approximately 12 units)
• 6 Capistrano sausages of your choice
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, heat a little vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook until tender and slightly golden.
2. Meanwhile, remove the skin from the Capistrano sausages and chop them into small pieces.
3. Add the chopped sausages to the skillet and cook them together with the vegetables until well done. Add the ground cumin, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix all the ingredients well and remove from heat.
4. Preheat the oven according to the empanada dough instructions.
5. Roll out the empanada dough on a floured surface. Use a circular cutter or a plate as a guide to obtain dough circles.
6. Place a tablespoon of the sausage filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold them in half, pressing the edges with your fingers to seal the empanadas. If desired, you can use a fork to create decorative edges.
7. Place the empanadas on a greased baking tray or lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake the empanadas for approximately 15-20 minutes or until golden and crispy.
9. Once ready, remove the empanadas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

And there you have it! Now you can enjoy delicious empanadas with the unmistakable flavor of Capistrano sausages. You can accompany them with salsa criolla, guacamole, or your favorite sauce.

Enjoy your meal!