Empanadas That Bake or Fry Perfectly — Your Menu, Your Way
Catalina’s empanadas are built for back-of-house performance. Whether you’re working with a fryer, convection oven, or combi-oven, these empanadas deliver flaky texture, savory fillings, and consistent results — fast.
🥟 Designed for Versatility
– Traditional-style dough– Golden and crisp when fried, tender and flaky when baked
– No thawing required– Cook straight from frozen
– Strong hold time– Ideal for hot case, cafeteria, and fast-casual service
– Consistent size and finish– No guesswork or hand-formed prep
Whether you need lunch specials, grab-and-go trays, or a snackable add-on item, our empanadas work across formats and dayparts.
🔥 Prep It Your Way
To Bake (Convection or Standard Oven)
- Preheat oven to 375°F
- Place frozen empanadas on parchment-lined tray
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown
To Fry
- Heat oil to 350°F
- Fry for 5–6 minutes until crisp and heated through
- Rest 2 minutes before serving
> Works well in combi ovens and speed ovens. Holds well up to 60 minutes under heat.
📦 Our Product Lineup
| Variety | Description | Size |
| Beef | Savory “picadillo” ground beef | 3.0 oz |
| Chicken | Stewed chicken, seasoned and juicy | 3.0 oz |
| Ham & Cheese | Diced ham and melting cheese blend | 3.0 oz |
| Spinach & Cheese | Bright, dynamic, and vegetarian-friendly | 3.0 oz |
| Mini Beef | Bite-size version for samplers or platters | 1.0 oz |
| Mini Chicken | Small and snackable, same great filling | 1.0 oz |
Bulk cases available. Private label and regional customization upon request.
Flexible. Flavorful. Ready for whatever your kitchen needs.
