Buko Pie Empanada Recipe

Buko Pie Empanada Recipe is a delightful Filipino pastry that combines the deliciousness of buko (young coconut) pie with the convenient and portable form of an empanada. Here's a simple recipe to make this delightful treat:

Ingredients:
For the Filling:

• 2 cups of young coconut meat (buko), shredded
• 1 cup of coconut water or buko juice
• 1 cup of brown sugar
• 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt

For the Empanada Dough:

• 2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 cup of cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup of ice-cold water

Instructions:

• Prepare the Empanada Dough:
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
• Add the cold, diced butter, and using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the ice-cold water and mix until the dough comes together. Form it into a ball, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Make the Filling:
• In a saucepan, combine the shredded buko, brown sugar, and salt.
• Mix well and cook over low heat. Gradually add the coconut water or buko juice while stirring continuously. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens and the liquid is reduced. Remove from heat and let it cool. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Assemble the Empanadas:

• Take the chilled empanada dough and roll it out on a floured surface. Cut it into circles using a round cutter or a small plate as a guide.
• Place a spoonful of the buko filling in the center of each dough circle.
• Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, then crimp the edges with a fork to seal the empanadas.
• Place the assembled empanadas on the prepared baking sheet.
• Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the empanadas turn golden brown.
• Allow the buko pie empanadas to cool slightly before serving.
• Enjoy the delightful combination of buko pie flavors wrapped in a convenient empanada form. This fusion of Filipino treats is perfect for snack time or dessert.