Ingredients for - Authentic Empanada Pastry Dough

1. All-purpose flour, sifted 2 cups
2. Unsalted butter, chilled and cubed ¼ cup
3. Egg 1
4. Warm water 6 tablespoons
5. Salt 1 teaspoon

How to cook deliciously - Authentic Empanada Pastry Dough

1 . Stage

Combine sifted flour and butter in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until crumbly. Add egg and pulse until just combined.

2 . Stage

Dissolve salt in warm water. Add gradually to the food processor and pulse until a soft dough ball forms. Place dough ball into a bowl and wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

3 . Stage

Dust a work surface with flour and knead dough for 1 minute. Roll out thinly and cut into rounds; use right away for your favorite sweet or savory empanadas, or freeze for later.