Humita Empanada
A traditional Argentine pastry filled with a savory mixture. The corn gives it a slightly sweet flavor, combined with creamy cheese and spices. This dish is particularly popular in the northwestern regions of Argentina, where corn is a staple ingredient. The Humita Empanada offers a delightful blend of sweet and savory tastes, making it a favorite among many!
Add <quantity>1<unit>tsp</unit></quantity> of salt and <quantity>1<unit>tsp</unit></quantity> of sugar to <quantity>250<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of lukewarm water and stir
Place <quantity>500<unit>g</unit></quantity> of all-purpose flour and <quantity>40<unit>g</unit></quantity> of butter in a large bowl
Crumble the butter with the flour until you get a sandy texture
Gradually add the water, kneading the mixture until the dough comes together
Dust a work surface and turn out the dough. Knead the dough until smooth and firm
Shape the dough into a ball, place in a bowl and cover with a kitchen towel. Let it rest for at least 30m to relax
Divide the dough into <quantity>50<unit>g</unit></quantity> pieces and form into balls
Roll each ball into a disc of approximately <quantity>15<unit>cm</unit></quantity> in diameter
Flour a bowl and place the discs in it, dusting between each one. The empanada dough is ready
Chop <quantity>2</quantity> tomatoes
Peel and coarsely grate <quantity>1</quantity> medium piece of butternut squash
Chop <quantity>5</quantity> basil leaves
Finely dice <quantity>¼</quantity> of a red chili
Blend <quantity>1<unit>can</unit></quantity> of drained sweet corn with <quantity>2<unit>tbsps</unit></quantity> of milk until smooth
Add <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of butter to a preheated medium pot. Add <quantity>½<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of diced onion
Add <quantity>½</quantity> diced red bell pepper and <quantity>½</quantity> diced green bell pepper. Add the chopped tomato
Add the grated squash and sautée until soft. Remove from the heat
Add the blended corn and <quantity>8<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of milk
Add the sliced chili and salt to taste
Add black pepper and grate nutmeg to taste
Transfer to a casserole
Add the chopped basil and stir to combine
Grate mozzarella cheese to taste and stir to combine. The humita is ready
Halve and finely grate <quantity>1</quantity> tomato into a bowl
Grate <quantity>1</quantity> serrano pepper and add salt to taste
Add black pepper and extra virgin olive oil to taste
Stir to combine. The tomato dip is ready
Preheat the oven at <temperature>180<unit>°C</unit></temperature>
Moisten the edges of each dough disc with water and add 1 full tbsp of the filling. Fold the dough and press the edges with your fingertips to seal the empanada
Pinch and slightly twist the dough diagonally across the seam, between your thumb and index finger. Repeat it with all the dough discs
Place the empanadas on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake them until golden brown. The humita empanadas are ready, serve them with the Tomato Dip
Enjoy!
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