Air Fryer Empanadas

Ready in about 32 minutes.

Updated 7 September 2026

Flaky empanadas with a savoury filling and beautifully crisp pastry. Great for parties, lunches or freezer cooking.

Ingredients

  • 8 empanada discs or small pastry rounds
  • 250 g cooked minced beef or chicken
  • 1 egg, beaten

Method

  1. 1Fill the pastry rounds, fold over and crimp the edges.
  2. 2Brush with beaten egg.
  3. 3Preheat the air fryer to 180°C / 350°F.
  4. 4Air fry for 10-14 minutes, flipping halfway if needed, until golden.
  5. 5Serve warm.

Tips for the best results

  • Do not overfill or the edges may burst.
  • A little chimichurri or salsa is great alongside.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer empanadas?+

Cook at 180°C / 350°F for 10-14 min, flip halfway.

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