Empanadas Abiertas de Humita Recipe

Try this mouthwatering recipe for Empanadas Abiertas de Humita, also known as Creamy Corn Empanadas. This traditional Argentine dish features a flavorful filling made with corn, onions, cheese, and spices, all wrapped in a flaky pastry crust. These empanadas are perfect for parties, picnics, or as a tasty snack. The creamy and slightly sweet corn filling is complemented by the crispiness of the pastry. You won't be able to resist these irresistible empanadas!

Ingredients

• 2 cups corn kernels
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 sheets of store-bought puff pastry
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Directions

1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the corn kernels, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the filling cool slightly.
6. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
7. Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to make them slightly thinner.
8. Using a circular cookie cutter or a glass, cut out circles from the puff pastry sheets.
9. Place the circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
10. Spoon a generous amount of the corn filling onto each pastry circle, leaving a small border around the edges.
11. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the filling.
12. Fold the edges of the pastry circles inward, creating an open-faced empanada.
13. Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg to give them a golden brown color when baked.
14. Bake the empanadas in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and crispy.
15. Serve the Empanadas Abiertas de Humita warm with a side of salsa or chimichurri sauce for dipping.

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