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Air Fryer Lobster Jalapeno Empanadas

These spicy Air Fryer Lobster Jalapeño Empanadas are crispy and golden perfection without all the oil used in deep frying.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 165 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: South American

Ingredients

  • 8 frozen empanada discs (thawed)
  • 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons diced onion
  • 1 Jalapeño (minced)
  • 8 ounces roughly chopped raw lobster meat (I buy frozen claws from Crowd Cow)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives
  • 1 large egg white (beaten)
  • 1 lime cut unto wedges (for serving)

Instructions

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  1. Melt the butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
  2. Place the dough circles on a work surface.
  3. Add the onions and jalapeno and sauté until soft, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Place about 2 tablespoons of lobster stuffing in the middle of a circle; brush the edges of the dough with the water or egg wash.
  5. Add the lobster and cook 1 to 2 minutes until just opaque.
  6. Fold the circle over itself, press the edges with your fingers or a fork to seal, and place on a work surface.
  7. Remove from the heat and add the chives.
  8. Repeat until all of the empanadas are filled. Brush tops with egg wash.
  9. Quickly drain in a mesh sieve and set aside to cool.
  10. Spray the basket with oil to prevent sticking, transfer to the basket, in batches cook at 325F° for 8 minutes, turning half way.
  11. Serve hot with lime wedges.

Notes

  • To bake in the oven, bake in a preheated oven 400F 18 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1empanada Calories 165kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 21.5g (7%) Protein 9.5g (19%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 56mg (19%) Sodium 252mg (11%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 165

% Daily Value*

Serving 1empanada
Calories 165kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 21.5g 7%
Protein 9.5g 19%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 252mg 11%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.