Pastelón (Puerto Rican Plantain Lasagna)

Name: Pastelón (Puerto Rican Plantain Lasagna)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8
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

Prep 30m

Cook 30m

Total 1h

This Puerto Rican dish layers ripe plantains with seasoned ground beef, onions, and peppers, topped with cheese and baked to perfection. It's a unique twist on lasagna, with the sweetness of the plantains complementing the savory flavors of the meat and spices. A delicious and satisfying comfort food.