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Cornmeal empanadas are very popular in the eastern part of the country. They’re very easy to make, perfect for breakfast or dinner, and come in a variety of fillings, including cheese, ground beef, shredded beef, chicken, and fish. Today I made them with some stewed fish I had left over from the day before because I wanted to treat my son, who loves them. Here’s the step-by-step guide.
English:
1½ cups yellow cornmeal, 2 cups stewed fish, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 cups water, 1 pinch of salt.
Empieza preparando la masa: primero, mezcla el agua con la sal, el azúcar y la harina de trigo; después, añade poco a poco la harina de maíz y amasa bien con las manos hasta que la masa quede homogénea y suave. Déjala reposar.
Start by preparing the dough: first, mix the water with the salt, sugar, and wheat flour; then gradually add the corn flour and knead thoroughly with your hands until the dough is smooth. Let it rest.
Ahora forma bolas con la masa. A continuación, toma una bola de masa, colócala sobre el plástico untado con aceite y aplástala con las yemas de los dedos hasta formar un círculo fino. Añade dos cucharadas del pescado guisado en el centro, doblamos y damos forma de empanada; lo podemos hacer con ayuda de un envase redondo.
Now shape the dough into balls. Then take a ball of dough, place it on the greased plastic wrap, and press it out with your fingertips to form a thin circle. Add two tablespoons of the cooked fish to the center, fold it over, and shape it into a patty; you can use a round container to help you.
Echa suficiente aceite en una sartén y, cuando esté caliente, añade las empanadas a fuego fuerte; luego, dales la vuelta hasta que estén doradas o a tu gusto. Colócalas sobre papel de cocina para que escurran y ya estarán listas para servir.
Pour enough oil into a skillet, and once it’s hot, add the empanadas over high heat; then flip them until they’re golden brown or to your liking. Place them on paper towels to drain, and they’re ready to serve.
Hoy los he servido con una salsa cremosa de pimiento para darles un toque especial. ¡Que aproveche!
Today I served them with a cream of bell pepper sauce to give them a special touch. Enjoy your meal!