Austrian empanadas with chive dip

This recipe from ChicksLoveFood brings together the best of two worlds: the savory, crispy character of South American pastries and the warm, homey flavors of the Alps. Filled with rich, spicy ingredients and served with a fresh chive dip, they make the perfect appetizer or light dinner. Whether you're in the mood for something new or simply love comfort food with a twist—this recipe is full of surprises. Enjoy!

Ingredients

 For 12 empanadas:

  • 400 g pumpkin cubes, fresh or frozen
  • 5 pork sausages 
  • 100 g grated mature cheese
  • 2 rolls of savory pie dough
  • 1 handful of chives (about 10 g)
  • 200 ml crème fraîche

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.
  • Boil the pumpkin cubes for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cut the snack sausages into small pieces and finely chop the chives.
  • Fry the sausage pieces for 5 minutes in a dry frying pan.
  • Drain the pumpkin cubes and mash coarsely.
  • Stir in the cheese along with the fried sausage pieces, 1 tbsp crème fraîche, a quarter of the finely chopped chives, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Roll out the dough and cut out shapes using a pastry ring or small bowl with a diameter of 8 to 10 cm. Form the remaining dough into a ball and roll it out again. In total, you can make about 12 empanadas.
  • Spoon a tablespoon of pumpkin filling onto one half of each dough round. Fold the other side over the filling and gently press closed with a fork.
  • Drizzle with some oil, slide into the oven, and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Mix the remaining crème fraîche with the remaining chives and a pinch of salt and pepper to make a dip.
  • Tip: With Steamify, you can add a little steam for even more beautiful empanadas!
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