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Empanada Dough

Martha Stewart Living, May 2003
  • Yield Makes enough for 2 dozen
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
  • 3/4 cup fine cornmeal, or masa harina
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable shortening
  • 2 large egg yolks

Directions

  1. In a food processor, combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, and salt. Add shortening; process 5 seconds. Add yolks and 3/4 cup water; process until dough is very soft, about 5 minutes. Turn out onto a lightly floured work surface; knead until smooth. Cover; let rest 30 minutes before using.

Recipe Reviews

  • BlessedFarm
    30 Sep, 2008

    Hmmmm wonder if I can make this with gluten free, alternative flour?? Anyone try?

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