Hawaiian Empanada in the Air Fryer - Cooksnap Marathon

Name: Hawaiian Empanada in the Air Fryer - Cooksnap Marathon
Total time: 1500 s
Yield: 1 empanada
Ingredients: Empanada dough; 1 slice fresh pineapple; Tomato sauce or fresh tomato; 3 slices turkey breast; 3 slices semi-soft cheese (like Monterey Jack or similar); 1/2 ball fresh mozzarella cheese; Oregano; 1 egg; Salt

Siguiendoplatos @siguiendoplatos

Today we're tackling the big question: “Pineapple on pizza, yes or no?” 🍍 For me, it's a definite yes! When I saw this tropical empanada from @Paquila74, I just had to save it and try it myself. I added a tomato base, and honestly, it's amazing. I like to make homemade dough, and since we had some left over, instead of making tuna empanadas like usual, we made this recipe two nights in a row because it was so good. 🤭😋

Siguiendoplatos @siguiendoplatos

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Ingredients

25 min

1 empanada

Empanada dough
Masa para empanadas/empanadillas
1 slicefresh pineapple
Tomato sauce or fresh tomato
3 slicesturkey breast
3 slicessemi-soft cheese (like Monterey Jack or similar)
1/2ball fresh mozzarella cheese
Oregano
1egg
Salt

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Steps

25 min

1

First, prepare the pineapple. Peel and dice it. Sauté the pineapple in a skillet over medium-high heat for a few minutes to release as much water as possible. When the skillet is dry, remove the pineapple. This helps prevent the empanada from getting soggy.
2

Roll out the dough on parchment paper (if it's homemade) to make it easier to handle. Spread a layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving the edges clear. Cut the cheese slices into pieces and add them on top, then sprinkle with oregano to taste.
3

Next, cut the turkey slices and add them. Then, distribute the pineapple evenly over the base.
4

Before closing, crumble the mozzarella and sprinkle it over the pineapple.
5

Cover with another layer of dough, seal the edges well with a fork, and trim any excess with a knife.
6

Crack the egg into a bowl, add salt, and beat. Brush the top of the empanada with the beaten egg before cooking.
7

Place the empanada in the air fryer (no need to preheat) at 350°F (180°C) for 17-19 minutes or until golden brown.
8

Let it cool after cooking, and it's ready to enjoy! 🍍