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The empanada de atún y queso Rapa Nui is a unique and delicious twist on the classic Chilean empanada, combining island tradition with fresh seafood. Originating from Easter Island (Rapa Nui), this recipe stands out for its juicy filling of fresh tuna cubes, caramelized onion, and buttery cheese, all wrapped in a soft, golden dough. It's perfect for those looking for a different option to share with family or surprise guests, whether as a main dish, appetizer, or even a hearty breakfast.
The balance between the tuna flavor, sweetness of the onion, and creaminess of the cheese creates a perfect combination. The dough, made with flour, boiling water, and butter, is tender and easy to handle. Plus, the recipe yields 15 large empanadas, ideal for gatherings.
Cook
20 min
Servings
10
We start with the filling: Heat 3 tablespoons of oil and fry the diced onion over low heat for 10 minutes, in half the time, add the salt and stir. Once it is slightly golden and transparent, add a teaspoon of sugar and mix for a minute. Add the diced tuna, oregano, red chili pepper, pepper to taste and half a cup of water, cook over moderate heat for 5 minutes only, so that the tuna is soft. Book.
Roll out a piece of dough of about 3 to 4 mm and cut with a 20 cm napkin plate if you want large empanadas (The recipe yields 15 large empanadas) Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of the tuna pine, 3 or 4 cheese cubes and close the circle in a half moon, squeeze the edges and close with your fingers or a fork.
Heat the oil over moderate heat, once hot fry the empanadas of 2 or 3 empanadas. Once the golden edges are visible, turn them over and fry them on the other side. Place them on absorbent paper.
Once ready, you have to eat them immediately to enjoy the melted cheese, which with juicy tuna, are a delicious mix 😋 Bon Appetit!
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is minutes and the cooking time is 20 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 10 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
