Editor’s note: This story was originally published in 2019 and is updated annually. The empanada is the economical compact car of the fast-food universe — cheap, maneuverable, dependable, long-lasting ...

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The empanada is the economical compact car of the fast-food universe — cheap, maneuverable, dependable, long-lasting. The baked or fried pastry likely had its origins in Spain, but today many ...

To prepare authentic Colombian empanadas, you'll need corn flour, water, salt, and oil for frying. The filling can vary according to taste but commonly includes mashed potatoes mixed with spices like ...