Ham and Pineapple with Sweet Chili Sauce Empanadas

Ham and Pineapple with Sweet Chili Sauce Empanadas - A Delicious Appetizer
Looking for a delicious appetizer that will impress your guests? Try making Ham and Pineapple with Sweet Chili Sauce Empanadas! This dish is a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Ingredients (makes 12 empanadas):

- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 package of empanada dough (12 count)

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure to dice the ham and pineapple into small pieces so that they fit nicely into the empanadas.
- Use a fork to crimp the edges of the empanadas to ensure they stay closed during baking.
- Brush the empanadas with an egg wash before baking to give them a golden brown color.

Cooking Process:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced ham, diced pineapple, sweet chili sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, and chopped cilantro.
3. Roll out the empanada dough and cut it into 12 circles.
4. Spoon the ham and pineapple mixture onto each circle of dough.
5. Fold the dough over and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
6. Brush the empanadas with an egg wash.
7. Bake the empanadas for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Appearance and Taste:
These Ham and Pineapple with Sweet Chili Sauce Empanadas are a beautiful golden brown color and have a crispy texture on the outside. The filling is a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors, with the ham and pineapple adding a delicious sweetness and the sweet chili sauce adding a bit of heat. The melted mozzarella cheese and fresh cilantro add a nice finishing touch to this appetizer.
Type of Dish: Appetizer

3 Main Ingredients:

- Ham
- Pineapple
- Sweet Chili Sauce