Empanadas are a Hispanic dish, that made its way from Spain to Latin America. The ingredients, cooking style, and taste varies as much as the cultures and peoples that make up each Latin American country. From Puerto Rico to Colombia, from Honduras to El Salvador, from Argentina to Mexico, you will find every kind of empanada, some are savory, some are sweet… they’re all delicious!

This simplified recipe for Puerto-Rican style empanadas is the perfect way to involve the whole family in the joy of preparing this dish, and, of course, in experiencing it!