Puerto rican pasteles recipe

Unlike Mexican tamales, pasteles are boiled and not steamed.

A classic Puerto Rican holiday dish, this authentic recipe features the classic masa mixture that results in super tender pasteles.

Pasteles are a delicious traditional dish served in Puerto Rican during Christmas. Pasteles are seasoned taro root and plantain "masa", filled with savory pork, wrapped in banana leaves and boiled.

Unwrapping one of these is the best gift you can give yourself.

A traditional Puerto Rican meat turnover, similar to an empanada but it's not an empanada. It's a pastelillo.

Pasteles have a long history, but they are still extremely popular in modern-day Latin American cuisine. They are very common at festivals, family gatherings and parties. This is a very labor-inten…

After (another) unplanned hiatus - this time three weeks! - I decided to come back big. I tackled pasteles, a kind of Puerto Rican tamale, which my friend Rachel requested I make a couple of months ago. I was slow getting to it, but I blame my sister-in-law for inducing me to read the Fire and Ice Chronicles (Game of Thrones series) which occupied my time completely for the first 6 weeks I was in Austin. There were days I didn't even leave the house because I couldn't stand to put the books…

This authentic Puerto Rican Pastelitos Recipe features flaky pastry pockets filled with a flavorful blend of extra-lean ground beef, sofrito, pimento-stuffed olives, and classic Puerto Rican spices. Fried to golden perfection, these beef pastelitos are perfect as appetizers or a hearty snack.

Discover how to make authentic Puerto Rican pastelillos de guayaba. This easy recipe combines flaky puff pastry, sweet guava paste, and powdered sugar. It is the perfect tropical treat, dessert, or snack!

Tembleque (which means "wiggly" or "to shake") is a Puerto Rican coconut dessert that's really popular during Christmas, but you can enjoy it any time of year. My dad's tembleque recipe (Puerto Rican coconut pudding) is so good, yet surprisingly easy to make!

I hope you found some inspiration in this list of Puerto Rican recipes! While this isn't a complete list, I think it captures just how special the cuisine really is. If you make a recipe please reach out on Instagram or leave a comment below and let me know what you think!

Puerto Rican Flancocho is the ultimate dessert mashup! Creamy vanilla flan on top of a moist vanilla cake. It's a sweet everyone will love!

Pastelon is sliced plantains (noodles), ground beef filling seasoned with spanish flavors, and melty gooey mozzarella cheese.

A classic Puerto Rican holiday dish, this is an alternate version of the more traditional pastel that features a mix of root vegetables.

Pastelón is a delicious Puerto Rican dish with layers of sweet plantains, savory beef, and melted cheese. Deliciousness in every bite!

Experience the irresistible taste of Bacalaitos, Puerto Rican salted cod fritters that are crispy on the outside and savory on the inside. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, this easy-to-follow recipe will transport you straight to the Caribbean with every bite. Gather your family and create unforgettable memories with this delicious dish!

Pasteles de Masa Recipe - Chef's Pencil

Unlike Mexican tamales, pasteles are boiled and not steamed.