Cheesy Beef Empanadas

Golden, crispy empanadas filled with seasoned ground beef and melty cheese—perfect for a snack, appetizer, or meal!

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small white onion, diced
1 jalapeño, deseeded and diced (optional)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb ground beef
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon ground dried oregano
12-15 (6-inch) round empanada wrappers*
8 oz Colby Jack cheese, freshly grated
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons water
How to Make
Prepare the filling: