Fried cheese empanadas
INGREDIENTS
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15 medium size or 25 small empanada discs - can use homemade dough (recipe below) or store bought empanada discs.
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For the homemade empanada dough:
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 tsp baking powder
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1 tablespoon of sugar – optional (if you want a hint of sweetness in the dough)
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1 stick of butter (4 oz), cut in 8 pieces
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1/4 cup or 4 tablespoons of orange juice
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~2/3 cup sparkling water or still water, add more if needed
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For the cheese filling and cooking:
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~2 1/2 cups grated cheese (you can use quesillo, mozzarella, monterey jack, Oaxaca or any other cheese that melts well or a combination of your favorites)
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1 cup finely chopped white onion (optional)
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1/2 cup sugar for sprinkling
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Oil for frying
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