Healthy Puerto Rican Food Recipes

Healthier Pastelón (Puerto Rican Plantain “Lasagna”)

WebSep 22, 2020 · Calories: 375kcal Carbohydrates: 51g Protein: 34g Fat: 6g Saturated Fat: 2g Cholesterol: 122mg Sodium: 998mg Potassium: …

1. In a 3 quart caldero or dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the ground turkey. Sprinkle the adobo, sazón, and black pepper evenly over the meat to season it.
2. After peeling your yellow plantains, use a knife to slice them into 1" thick rounds. In a pot or mixing bowl, use a potato masher or a sturdy fork to mash the plantains smooth. The plantains should look like mashed potatoes.
3. In a small mixing bowl vigorously beat the eggs and baking soda together. Set this aside while you begin assembling the pastelón.
4. Preheat your oven to 350°F.Begin assembling your pastelón by spreading half of the ground turkey picadillo on the layer of mashed plantains you smoothed out earlier. Top the picadillo with a cup of the shredded mozz.

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