SHRIMP EMPANADAS

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Fill these Shrimp Empanadas with velvety shrimp, cheese and fresh vegetables. These delectable Shrimp Empanadas will bring them to the table faster than you can say Ándale! Serve up these hand pies tonight!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 lb. cooked cleaned medium shrimp, chopped
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese
1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo
1 red pepper, finely chopped
3 green onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup water
1 cup oil

Steps:

Combine first 6 ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Mix flour, baking powder and salt in large bowl. Cut in shortening with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually stir in water until mixture forms ball. Place on lightly floured surface; knead 5 min. or until smooth and elastic. Divide dough into 12 balls, using about 2 Tbsp. for each; flatten each to 6-inch round.
Spoon about 1/3 cup shrimp mixture onto center of each round; moisten edge with water. Fold dough rounds in half to enclose filling; press lightly on tops to remove air pockets. Seal edges with fork.
Heat oil in medium deep skillet to 375°F. Add empanadas, in batches; cook 3 min. on each side or until golden brown on both sides. Remove from skillet; drain well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 320 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 10 g