Home » Blog » Word of the moment Empanada Who wouldn’t want one of these with a glass of Sangria after a busy day! What does empanada mean though? AnswerEmpanada (noun): A Spanish or Latin American pastry turnover filled with a variety of savoury ingredients and baked or fried.Empanada (noun): A Spanish or Latin American pastry turnover filled with a variety of savoury ingredients and baked or fried. Share this