Sara’s Cooking Class: Empanadas

Instructions:

How to Play:

Use your mouse to click, drag, and interact with ingredients—just like cooking in a real kitchen. Sara will guide you through each step so you never feel lost.

Ingredients

Filling:

• 1½ lb boneless chicken breast (cubed)

• 1 medium onion (minced)

• 1 medium potato (diced)

• 1 cup chopped carrot

• 1 cup green peas

• 1 clove garlic (minced)

• ¼ cup raisins

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp ground black pepper

• 1 tsp sugar

• 2 Tbsp cooking oil

• ½ cube chicken stock

Dough:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 4 Tbsp sugar

• 6 Tbsp water

• 1 egg

• 1 cup melted butter

• ½ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp salt

Cooking Instructions:

1. Cook the Filling:

   • Heat oil in a pan.

   • Sauté garlic and onions, then add cubed chicken.

   • Add a splash of water and the chicken stock cube.

   • Stir until the chicken is golden brown.

   • Add carrots, potatoes, peas, raisins, and sugar.

   • Cook until veggies are soft, then season with salt and pepper.

   • Drain any extra liquid and set aside.

2. Prepare the Dough:

   • In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

   • Add melted butter, egg, and water. Mix until dough forms.

   • Roll out the dough flat on a clean surface.

3. Assemble the Empanadas:

   • Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture in the center of the dough.

   • Fold the dough over and seal the edges with a fork.

   • Brush with egg white for a golden finish.

4. Fry the Empanadas:

   • Heat oil in a frying pan.

   • Fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides.

   • Drain on paper towels and let cool before serving.

Ready to become an empanada expert? Sara’s Cooking Class: Empanadas is a fun way to learn cooking basics, try new flavors, and enjoy a cultural dish from the comfort of your home. Perfect for kids, beginners, and food lovers alike!