Salt and Pepper Empanada Mendocina con Carne

Method

1. Add black pepper with salt during filling preparation.
2. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
3. Place meat, onion, cumin, garlic powder, and salt in each dough disc.
4. Fold and seal edges, then brush with beaten egg.
5. Bake 20 minutes until golden and crisp.
6. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.