Pastelón (Puerto Rican Plantain Lasagna)

Name: Pastelón (Puerto Rican Plantain Lasagna)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients: 4 ripe plantains, about 3 to 3 1/4 pounds; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 pound ground beef (preferably ground round) or ground turkey; 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning blend; 1 1/2 teaspoons sazón flavoring blend, store-bought or homemade , optional; 1 small white onion, minced (about 1 cup); 1 green bell pepper, minced (about 1 cup); 1 tablespoon recaito flavoring base ( store-bought or homemade ), or 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 6 pimento-stuffed green olives, sliced; 1 teaspoon capers; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 cup tomato sauce; 2 cups Monterey jack, cheddar, or mozzarella cheese, divided; 2 large eggs; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:30min

Pastelón is a classic Puerto Rican dish made with layers of thinly-sliced plantains, ground beef, and cheese. It's a great casserole to make for a potluck or larger family gathering.

Updated at: Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:10:35 GMT