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Vegan Lentil Empanadas with Veggie Filling and Chimichurri

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A delightful plant-based twist on traditional empanadas filled with lentils and veggies, served with zesty chimichurri.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup chilled vegan butter
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium carrot, grated
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cooked brown lentils
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup olive oil (for chimichurri)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl.
  2. Cut in the vegan butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in the vegetable oil and cold water until a soft dough forms.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until softened.
  6. Add grated carrot and diced bell pepper to the skillet, cooking until softened.
  7. Stir in the cooked lentils, tomato paste, spices, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat, fold in chopped cilantro, and let cool slightly.
  9. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet.
  10. Roll the dough to 1/8-inch thickness and cut into 4- to 5-inch circles.
  11. Place a tablespoon of filling on each circle, fold to form a half-moon, and crimp the edges.
  12. Arrange on the baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  13. Prepare the chimichurri by combining parsley, cilantro, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  14. Serve warm empanadas with chimichurri on the side for dipping.

Notes

For a crispier texture, ensure the filling is not too wet and let it cool before filling the dough.

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Find it online: https://tashirecipez.com/vegan-empanadas-lentil-veggie-filling-chimichurri/

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