Chef Zee's Empanada Cooking Techniques

Chef Zee guides viewers through making beef empanadas, perfect for holidays and gatherings. She shares her favorite seasoning method, cooking tips for tender beef, and step-by-step instructions for assembling and frying empanadas. Chef Zee also introduces her mini empanadas and offers tips for perfect results, including using lean beef and fresh oil. The video concludes with storage advice and encourages viewers to explore more recipes on her channel.

What dish is Chef Zee demonstrating in this video?

• Chicken Empanadas

• Pork Empanadas

• Beef Empanadas

• Vegetable Empanadas

Which ingredient is NOT mentioned by Chef Zee for seasoning the ground beef?

• Peppers

• Paprika

• Cilantro

• Onions

How long should the seasoned ground beef sit before cooking?

• 30 minutes

• 1 hour

• 15 minutes

• 2 hours

What is the purpose of adding water while cooking the ground beef?

• To make it spicy

• To add flavor

• To make it chewy

• To make it tender

What is the optional ingredient Chef Zee mentions for a traditional filling?

• Tomato paste

• Garlic

• Green olives

• Cumin

What tool does Chef Zee use to trim the edges of the empanadas?

• Knife

• Scissors

• Pizza cutter

• Fork

What is the ideal number of empanadas to fry at a time?

• 5 or 6

• 7 or 8

• 3 or 4

• 1 or 2

Why should you use fresh oil for frying empanadas?

• To make them crispy

• To make them less oily

• To cook them faster

• To avoid altering the taste

What blend of ground beef does Chef Zee recommend for making empanadas?

• 75/25

• 85/15

• 80/20

• 70/30

What should you do if you can't find lean ground beef?

• Cook it for a shorter time

• Drain the excess oil after cooking

• Use chicken instead

• Add more spices