DOUGH FOR EMPANADAS 😋

Ingredients:
2 cups of wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening or cold butter
1 egg
1/2 cup cold water
Preparation:

  1. In a large bowl, mix the wheat flour and salt.
  2. Add the cold shortening or butter in small cubes to the flour mixture. You can use a fork or your fingers to mix the butter into the flour until the mixture has a sandy texture and the butter is well distributed.
  3. In another small bowl, beat the egg and cold water until well combined.
  4. Pour the egg and water mixture into the flour bowl. Mix everything with a wooden spoon or spatula until a homogeneous dough is formed.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it for a few minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, you can add a little more flour.
  6. Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This will help the dough chill and be easier to handle.

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