Pastelón Pizza with Sweet Plantain Crust

Ingredients

• For the Sweet Plantain Crust:
• 4 ripe plantains (yellow with black spots)
• 2 tbsp butter
• Pinch of salt
• 1 egg (optional, for extra binding)
• For the Beef Layer:
• 1 lb ground beef
• 0.5 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp oregano
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 0.25 cup tomato sauce or sofrito
• Optional: sliced olives or chopped bell peppers
• Pizza Toppings:
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
• 0.5 cup cheddar (optional, for extra flavor)
• Your fave toppings: sliced tomato, peppers, onions, etc.

Instructions

1. 1Cook the Plantains:
2. 2Peel and boil plantains for 10–15 minutes until soft. Drain, mash with butter and salt. Add egg if using for a firmer crust.
3. 3Form the Crust:
4. 4Grease a pizza pan or cast-iron skillet. Press mashed plantains into an even layer to form your “pizza crust.” Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes to set.
5. 5Prepare the Beef:
6. 6In a skillet, sauté onions and garlic. Add ground beef and cook through. Season with oregano, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce or sofrito. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
7. 7Assemble the Pizza:
8. 8Spread beef over the baked plantain crust. Sprinkle cheese and add your toppings.
9. 9Final Bake:
10. 10Return to oven and bake for another 15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
11. 11Cool & Slice:
12. 12Let it rest 5 minutes before slicing—¡y a comer! 🍽️