Recipe of Mess.
Pasticho is a traditional Venezuelan dish that, although it shares roots with Italian lasagna, has become a classic of Creole cuisine. This easy pasticho recipe will let you prepare a hearty and flavorful version, perfect for family gatherings or special meals. With layers of pasta sheets, ground beef, ham, egg, and a touch of mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard sauce, this pasticho surprises with its creaminess and intense flavor.
The preparation is simple: boil the pasta sheets, sauté the beef with tomato, onion, and garlic, and assemble the dish in alternating layers. The final touch is given by the bacon slices placed on top before baking, creating a crispy and golden crust. The result is a substantial dish that combines textures and flavors, ideal for those seeking comforting and different food.
This pasticho is perfect for beginner cooks, as it does not require complicated techniques. It can be accompanied by garlic bread, soft drinks for kids, and red wine for adults. It is also an excellent make-ahead option to impress your guests.
Cook
90 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
Directions
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1
Boil the pastry slices for 10 minutes
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2
While the slices are boiling, we advance the meat and in a pan place the tomato, onion, garlic, that they begin to fry, place the meat.
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3
While the meat is being cooked, mix the mayonnaise. Ketchup and mustard
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4
When the sheets are pre-cooked, we place a layer of foil in a mold, as if it were a rug and then we place the meat evenly with the sheets, then we place the cheese then a chopped egg on top, then another sheet of pasta and so on until it is full
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5
Finish with the bacon slices on top, place it in the oven at medium/low temperature for 40 minutes
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6
When we take it out, we let it rest a little and enjoy it you can taste it with a delicious ripe wine.