Black Bean and Corn Biscuit Empanadas with Jalapeño Yogurt Sauce
- Ingredients:20
- Servings:24
- Calories per serving:330
Black Bean and Corn Biscuit Empanadas with Jalapeño Yogurt Sauce
- Ingredients:20
- Servings:24
- Calories per serving:330
Pillsbury™ Southern Style Frozen Dough Biscuits hold a veggie filling loaded with fresh flavors in flaky, fold-over appetizers. Served with a tangy yogurt sauce that packs an additional jalapeño punch, this South Central Region empanada in the Neighborhood to Nation™ Recipe Contest is a winner!
Ingredient
Jalapeño Yogurt Sauce
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Non-fat plain yogurt | 9 oz | 1 cup |
| Mayonnaise | 9 oz | 1 cup |
| Jalapeño pepper, fresh, minced | 6 oz | 4 each |
| Water, cool | 4 oz | 1/2 cup |
| Tomato bouillon | ---Value Not Available | 2 Tbsp |
| Garlic powder | ---Value Not Available | 2 tsp |
| Onion powder | ---Value Not Available | 2 tsp |
Filling
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Vegetable oil | ---Value Not Available | 3 Tbsp |
| Onion, chopped | 5 oz | 1 cup |
| Jalapeño pepper, fresh, minced | 1.50 oz | 1 each |
| Garlic, fresh, finely chopped | ---Value Not Available | 1 Tbsp |
| Black beans, canned, rinsed and drained | 11 oz | 1 3/4 cups |
| Frozen corn, thawed | 12 oz | 2 1/4 cups |
| Crushed tomatoes, canned | 15 oz | 1 3/4 cups |
| Chili powder | ---Value Not Available | 2 Tbsp |
| Tomato bouillon | ---Value Not Available | 1 Tbsp |
| Cumin, ground | ---Value Not Available | 1/2 tsp |
Assembly
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Pillsbury™ Southern Style Frozen Dough Biscuit 2.2 oz (06252) | 3 lb 4.80 oz | 24 each |
| Gold Medal™ Hotel & Restaurant™ Bakers Flour All-Purpose (14317), for dusting | ---Value Not Available | 2 Tbsp |
Finishing
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Cilantro leaves, fresh, chopped | ---Value Not Available | 1/4 cup |
Instructions
- Jalapeño Yogurt Sauce
Add yogurt, mayonnaise, jalapeños, water, bouillon, garlic and onion powders in blender container.
Blend on high speed 1 minute; stop blender, scrap sides with spatula.
Continue to blend until smooth; cover and refrigerate until serving.
- Filling
Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat, then add onions and jalapeños; cook, stirring frequently, 3-5 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and cook 1 minute; stir in black beans and corn.
Stir in tomatoes, chili powder, tomato bouillon and cumin; reduce heat to low.
Simmer for 20 minutes and allow to cool 15 minutes.
- Assembly
Thaw biscuit dough, covered, either at room temperature 15-20 minutes until flexible, or refrigerate overnight.
Roll out dough on generously floured surface until the size is approx. 4-inches in diameter.
Place 3 Tbsp (#24 scoop) of filling in center of each flatten biscuit dough round.
Fold dough over to create a half circle; crimp edges with fork to seal.
Place on parchment-lined, full size sheet pan and bake as directed below.
| Bake | Temp | Time |
|---|---|---|
Convection Oven* |
350°F |
14-16 minutes |
Standard Oven |
400°F |
16-18 minutes |
*Rotate pans baked in convection oven one-half turn (180°) after 7 minutes of baking.
- Finishing
- Garnish warm empanada and 1 oz Jalapeño Yogurt Sauce with cilantro and serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
- Prepare Jalapeño Yogurt Sauce in advance and store in covered container up to 3 days. Bake empanadas ahead, then allow to cool, cover and refrigerate. Reheat in microwave and add garnish.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories330
- Total Fat19g
- Protein6g
- Total Carbohydrate35g
- Sugars4g
Servings: 24
Serving Size: 1 empanada with 1 oz dip
Amount Per Serving Calories : 330
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 36% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2&½g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | ½g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 860mg | 36% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 13% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 2g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 4g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 6g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Potassium | 200mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 8% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
Exchanges
- Starch 2,
- Fruit 0,
- Other Carbohydrate ½,
- Skim Milk 0,
- Low-Fat Milk 0,
- Milk 0,
- Vegetable 0,
- Very Lean Meat 0,
- Lean Meat 0,
- Medium-Fat Meat 0,
- High-Fat Meat 0,
- Fat 3&½,
- Fruits 0c,
- Vegetables ¼c,
- Grains 0oz-eq,
- Meat & Beans 0oz-eq,
- Dairy 0c,
- Fats & Oils 1tsp
Carbohydrate Choice
- Carbohydrate Choice2
