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Pastelon (Plantain Lasagna)

URL: https://www.africanbites.com/plantain-lasagna/

Ingredients

The plantains

  • 3-4 large ripe plantains

The filling

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 red or green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef or chicken
  • 1 16-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 packet sazón or chicken bouillon
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup olives, sliced
  • 2-3 stalks green onion, chopped
  • 2-3 tablespoons parsley, chopped
  • 2 cups shredded cheese
  • 2-3 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice the plantains into long strips.
  2. Fry or bake the plantains until lightly brown.
  3. Prepare the filling by sautéing onions, garlic, and spices in oil.
  4. Add bell pepper and tomatoes, then incorporate the ground meat and beans, cooking until done.
  5. Assemble the pastelon by layering plantains and meat mixture in a baking dish.
  6. Whisk eggs and pour over the assembled layers, adding cheese if desired.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until the eggs are set and cheese is bubbly.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
6-8
Calories
451
Total fat
15g
Total carbohydrates
48g
Total protein
33g
Sodium
613mg
Cholesterol
109mg

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