Onion and Pine Nut Empanadas

These empanadillas are an exquisite bite in which slowly caramelized onion brings a natural sweetness that contrasts with the toasted, crunchy touch of the pine nuts. It is a classic and elegant vegetarian option. To enhance the onion’s sweetness and balance the dish without adding sodium, we will use Bonsalt .

Technical Sheet

• Estimated time: 45 minutes

• Difficulty: ⭐⭐

• Servings: 4 people (approx. 12-16 units)

Ingredients

• 1 pack of empanadilla wrappers (or homemade dough)

• 3 large onions

• 40g of pine nuts

• 1 egg (for brushing)

• 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil

• Bonsalt

• A pinch of black pepper

• A pinch of brown sugar (optional, to help caramelization)

Professional Step-by-Step Preparation

1. Onion caramelization: Slice the onions very thinly into julienne strips. In a wide skillet with the olive oil, cook them over very low heat with a pinch of Bonsalt . The goal is for them to become translucent and then golden and sweet (this process may take 20-25 minutes).

2. Toasting the pine nuts: While the onion cooks, lightly toast the pine nuts in a skillet without oil until they release their aroma. Add them to the onion once it is ready.

3. Cooling the filling: It is essential to let the onion and pine nut filling cool or come to room temperature completely before filling the wrappers so the dough does not break.

4. Assembly: Place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each wrapper. Fold the dough in half and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.

5. Baking (Healthy Version): Preheat the oven to 200°C. Place the empanadillas on a baking sheet, brush them with beaten egg, and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden and crisp.

6. Serving: Let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving so the dough settles.

Nutritional Analysis and Total Macros

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These Onion and pine nut empanadillas are ideal for gourmet snacking or a light dinner. Give them a try and enjoy this very special contrast of textures!