Empanada with Beef and Olives

Empanada with Beef and Olives recipe videos

Empanada with Beef and Olives is a savory, hand-held pastry turnover originating from Latin America, particularly popular in countries like Argentina, Chile, and Colombia. It typically features a flaky, wheat-based dough filled with a seasoned mixture of ground or diced beef, olives (often green or black), onions, hard-boiled eggs, and sometimes raisins or cumin for a sweet-savory depth.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in carbohydrates from the pastry and protein from the beef, with a moderate to high fat content depending on the dough and filling preparation. A single empanada (about 100-150g) can provide around 250-400 calories, along with iron from the beef and some fiber from the olives and vegetables.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	19 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	580 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Vitamin B12	1.8 mcg
Zinc	3.2 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Niacin (B3)	4.5 mg
Selenium	20 mcg
Folate	45 mcg

Per 1 empanada (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, empanadas are a staple street food and festive dish across Latin America, with regional variations in fillings and dough styles reflecting local tastes. Nutritionally, the combination of beef and olives offers a balance of protein and healthy fats, while the inclusion of olives adds a briny, antioxidant-rich element that sets it apart from other meat pastries.