Bolivian Salteñas
Breads & doughs

Bolivian Salteñas

Juicy baked empanadas with beef, potato and jellied broth filling.

90 minTime
6Servings
HardDifficulty
BoliviaCuisine

Ingredients

  • 500 g flour
  • 120 g lard or margarine
  • 200 ml warm water
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon achiote or yellow food coloring
  • 400 g finely chopped beef
  • 300 g potato, cut into small cubes
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons ground yellow chili (ají amarillo)
  • 200 ml beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
  • 100 g cooked peas
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • Olives, raisins, cumin, oregano and salt to taste

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Tips

  • The jigote must be very cold and firm so it can be filled without spilling.
  • Brush with beaten egg before baking for a glossy golden finish.

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