A simple Argentinian table
The easiest way to serve empanadas is to keep the rest of the table fresh, shareable and unfussy: a sharp sauce, a simple salad and something small and sweet afterwards. Build around the occasion rather than trying to make every side dish elaborate.
Quick answer. Start with chimichurri or salsa criolla, add a crisp salad, and finish with a small dessert such as Franui or alfajores. For drinks, choose what suits the people at the table: a red wine can work beautifully with beef empanadas, while sparkling water, beer or a non-alcoholic option can keep the meal light.
Pedro’s Chimichurri
A sharp herb sauce for the table. Check current ingredients and jar storage instructions on the product.
View Pedro’s Chimichurri
Greek Salad
A fresh side for a shared meal. Check the current product details and ordering options.
View Greek SaladStart with one sharp, fresh sauce
Empanadas have a rich pastry and filling, so a bright sauce gives the plate contrast. Chimichurri is an especially natural match for a casual shared meal. Salsa criolla, aioli or salsa golf can also work depending on the spread. Make your own with Pedro’s chimichurri recipe or the salsa criolla recipe.
Choose a side that clears the palate
For a weeknight dinner
A green salad with lemon and olive oil is often all you need. Keep the side crisp rather than creamy or heavy.
For a longer lunch
Add roasted vegetables, a potato salad or a larger fresh salad. Let the empanadas remain the centre of the table.
For a warmer meal, grilled capsicum, onion and eggplant work well. Provoleta is a good extra for an asado-style table, but it is not essential. The goal is balance, not a long list of dishes.
Pair drinks by flavour and preference
| Empanada style | Easy drink direction |
|---|---|
| Beef-forward flavours | A medium-bodied red such as Malbec can work well, or choose a crisp beer if that better suits the table. |
| Chicken, cheese or vegetable flavours | A lighter white, sparkling water with citrus, or a fresh lager keeps the meal bright. |
| Any shared table | Always include a good non-alcoholic option. The best pairing is one people will actually enjoy. |
For a deeper wine guide, see what wine goes with empanadas. If you are serving mate, do it because your guests enjoy it, not because a meal needs to follow one fixed script.
Finish with something small and cold
A little sweetness after empanadas can be enough. Chocolate-covered raspberries, alfajores or a simple dessert put a natural finish on the table without turning the meal into a project.
Three easy table formats
Two to four people
Choose the current empanada range, add chimichurri and make one fresh salad. It is enough for a relaxed dinner without overthinking the sides.
Friends around the table
Bring a mixed selection, two simple sides and something sweet. Put the food out gradually so the table can follow the pace of the gathering.
A larger hosted occasion
Start with the guest count, dietary needs and whether the food is intended as a full meal or part of a wider spread. For an event, contact Argentum with the date, location and format so the right option can be confirmed.
A quick pairing plan by flavour
| Flavour | Fresh contrast | Easy next step |
|---|---|---|
| Carnivore or Maverick | Green salad and a sharp sauce | Explore Maverick |
| The Athlete | Crisp vegetables and lemon alongside | Explore The Athlete |
| Classic or Patagonia | A crisp salad or roasted vegetables | Compare current ingredients |
For quantities, use the portion guide. For a sweet finish, view Franuí Dark and check its current product details.
What to avoid
- Too many rich or creamy sides competing with the pastry.
- Buying food without checking the current product range and availability.
- Assuming every guest wants the same drink, sauce or flavour.
- Turning a casual shared meal into a complicated menu.
Serving empanadas: common questions
What sauce goes with empanadas?
Chimichurri is a classic choice. Salsa criolla, aioli and salsa golf can also work. Choose a sauce that brings freshness and contrast to the filling.
What sides go with empanadas?
A crisp green salad, roasted vegetables or a simple potato salad are easy options. The most useful sides are fresh and not too heavy.
What wine goes with empanadas?
A red such as Malbec can pair well with beef empanadas, while lighter whites and beer can suit chicken, cheese and vegetable flavours. Personal preference matters more than a rigid rule.
What dessert goes with empanadas?
Keep it small: Franui, alfajores or another simple sweet finish works well after a shared meal.
Can I make a full meal around empanadas?
Yes. Add a fresh side, a sauce and a dessert if you like. For a larger event, decide first whether empanadas are the whole meal or part of a wider spread.
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