Luscious Lomo Empanada Delight
Pork Pie
Ingrediënten
Yield: 4 servings as a main course or 6 as an appetizer
- 1 recipe Empanada Dough
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 medium green bell peppers thinly sliced
- ¾ pound lean pork loin thinly sliced into ½-inch strips
- ¾ pound veal thinly sliced into ½-inch strips
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 1½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme or ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh oregano or ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- Pinch of saffron threads crumbled
- 1 large egg lightly beaten (for brushing)
Instructies
Prepare the Dough:
- Follow the instructions for preparing the Empanada Dough, allowing it to rise.
- While the dough rises, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add thinly sliced bell peppers, cover, and cook until tender.
- Transfer to a small bowl.
Prepare the Filling:
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the thinly sliced pork and veal, cooking and stirring until lightly browned.
- Season the meat with salt and pepper.
- Pour in ¼ cup of white wine and cook, stirring occasionally, until almost evaporated.
- Reduce the heat to medium, then add the cooked bell peppers, thyme, oregano, paprika, and crumbled saffron.
- Stir in the remaining ¼ cup of wine and cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid evaporates.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
Assemble the Pie:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Divide the risen dough into 2 equal parts and roll each into a rectangle approximately 15 x 10 inches.
- Place one rectangle on a greased baking sheet of the same size.
- Spread the prepared filling evenly over the dough and cover it with the second dough rectangle.
- Roll up the edges and press them to seal well.
- Cut several slits in the top crust.
- Allow the assembled pie to sit for 20 minutes in a warm place, such as an oven turned off.
Bake and Serve:
- Brush the top of the dough with the beaten egg.
- Bake the pie for about 20 to 30 minutes or until it turns golden brown.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serve the pork pie hot or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 450 kcal
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