Bolivian Saltenas
These are hand-held pastries. They have a filling of meat and vegetables.
You can eat them as snacks or for lunch. They are baked in the oven.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 3, 2026Share
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These are hand-held pastries. They have a filling of meat and vegetables.
You can eat them as snacks or for lunch. They are baked in the oven.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 26
1 (.25 ounce) package unflavored gelatin
3 potatoes, peeled
1.5 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1.5 pounds ground beef
1 (10 ounce) package frozen petite peas, thawed
1 spring onion, sliced
0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
4 teaspoons white sugar
2 teaspoons paprika
0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
1.5 teaspoons salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons jalapeno sauce
0.5 cup cold water
3 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
1 cup raisins, soaked in water and drained
6 cups all-purpose flour
0.25 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, cubed
1.5 cups hot water
2 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons water
1 tablespoon paprika
Instructions
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Put gelatin in 1/2 cup cold water. Wait 10 minutes. Microwave for 30 seconds to melt it. Put it in a bowl and keep it in the fridge.
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Boil potatoes in water for 10 minutes until firm. Let them cool. Shred the potatoes in a bowl.
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Heat olive oil in a pan. Cook the onion for 5 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until brown. Drain the fat. Stir in shredded potatoes, peas, spring onion, parsley, 4 teaspoons sugar, 2 teaspoons paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and jalapeno sauce. Heat for 3 minutes and remove from heat.
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Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Grease a baking sheet or use parchment paper.
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Mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix in butter until it looks like crumbs. Add hot water and knead for 3 minutes. Divide into 16 balls. Keep them covered with a towel.
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Roll each ball into a circle. Mix eggs and 2 teaspoons water. Brush this mix on the dough edges. Add 2 tablespoons of meat filling. Top with chopped egg, 1/4 teaspoon gelatin, olives, and raisins.
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Fold the dough. Seal the edge by folding small pieces of dough over the seam. You can also use a fork to press the edges shut.
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Put pastries on the baking sheet. Mix paprika into the egg wash and brush the tops. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until brown.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 16
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 482 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 20g
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Saturated Fat 10g
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Cholesterol 108mg
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Sodium 551mg
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Total Carbohydrate 59g
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Dietary Fiber 4g
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Protein 17g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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