Try these delicious Sofritas Empanadas filled with flavorful tofu and bean sofritas, wrapped in a flaky pastry crust. Perfect for a savory snack or meal!

Sofritas Empanadas are a delightful fusion of flavors, combining spicy sofritas—a traditional Mexican dish made with tofu and beans—with the buttery, flaky goodness of empanada dough.

This recipe is a mouthwatering experience that’s both comforting and exciting. If you’re simply looking for a new twist on empanadas, these savory treats are sure to satisfy. This recipe brings together the best of both worlds!

Recently, I was gifted with this beautiful rolling pin from Jessica at Embossed. I’m not a baker but I thought about needing a rolling pin to make the dough for the empanadas.

HOW TO MAKE THE SOFRITAS EMPANADAS

This recipe is different from the Chipotle restaurant. I made my own with what I had in my pantry.

EMPANADA DOUGH

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, whipped cream cheese, sugar, and salt (I didn’t add salt but it’s optional). Slowly mix in the cold water. You’ll want it crumbly and resemble pea-like crumbles. Go ahead and knead for a few minutes.

Wrap the dough in plastic clean wrap and place in the fridge for an hour or overnight.

TOFU SOFRITAS FILLING

You’ll need to drain the tofu and remove all it’s moisture with a tofu press or lots of towel paper with a heavy pan. When drained, crumble the tofu in a bowl.

I seasoned the tofu with dashes of green cholula sauce, chile powder, cayenne, Paprika, Ground black pepper, and the OG Pows (onion & garlic powders).

In a medium pan with oil over medium high heat, add the garlic and onions. Saute until garlic is fragrant and onions are tender. Next, add the tofu mixture. Cook for about 15 minutes. Add the beans and jalapenos. Cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the beans are tender and softened. Set aside.

ASSEMBLING THE EMPANADAS

You will need your sofritas, premade dough, a regular rolling pin, and the Embossed rolling pin to make the designs on the empanadas.

In a flat surface, sprinkle flour on the surface and your rolling pin so your dough doesn’t stick. Grab some dough (the size of a golf ball) and flatten with a flat rolling pin. On the other side, grab your Embossed rolling pin and roll the design onto the dough. Flip over to the none design and add about 1 tbsp of the sofritas in the middle.

Continue the same process with the other empanadas.

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or if using foil, spray cooking oil.

Place the empanadas on the baking sheet spreading the empanadas 1 inch apart.

Bake until the empanadas are golden brown and the dough is completely baked, about 12-15 minutes.

Cool the empanadas on the sheet pans for 5-10 minutes until their cool enough to handle, but still slightly warm.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

CAN THE EMPANADAS BE STORED?

I stored my cooked empanadas in a sealed container and kept them in the fridge for about 3 days.

HOW TO REHEAT THE EMPANADAS?

As far as reheating, you can microwave each for 30 seconds to minute if you’re in a rush. Yes, it will be soggy though!

You can also bake them at 400F for about 2-3 minutes on a baking sheet.

These Sofritas Empanadas are a wonderful way to experience the bold flavors of sofritas in a handheld, flaky pastry. If you are craving a tasty snack, these empanadas are a taste bud pleaser.

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