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Recipe of Pastelón
Dive into the flavors of the Dominican Republic with Pastelón, a delicious layered dish of sweet plantains, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese.
Recipe Summary
Preparation60 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
CategoryMeat
Ingredients
4 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Vegetable oil for frying
Cooking spray
Join me and let's see how to make Pastelón
Instructions:
Step 1
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry plantain slices until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
Step 2
In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed and sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in the tomato sauce, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat.
Step 4
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
Step 5
Place a layer of fried plantains in the bottom of the baking dish.
Step 6
Spoon half of the seasoned ground beef mixture over the plantains.
Step 7
Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Step 8
Repeat the layers: plantains, beef, and cheese.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 10
Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your homemade Dominican Pastelón!
Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Pastelón and get the best results.
Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Pastelón to give a different touch to your preparation.
Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Intermediate difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 60 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.