Pasteles (Spanish pronunciation: [pasˈteles]; singular pastel), also pastelles in the English-speaking Caribbean, are a traditional dish in several Latin American and Caribbean countries. In Puerto Rico, …

Puerto Rican Pasteles, Recipes, Facts & Puerto Rican Pastele Machines For many Puerto Rican families, the quintessential holiday season dish is Pasteles, which English-speakers often literally …

Oct 28, 2025 · This 4-step recipe for Puerto Rican pasteles is a traditional Christmas-time treat of meat- and green plantains-stuffed pastries similar to a tamale.

Nov 18, 2024 · Pasteles, a beloved Puerto Rican holiday tradition, are made with a green banana masa and filled with your choice of stewed meat which you can prepare ahead.

Oct 17, 2024 · Pasteles are a beloved Puerto Rican dish made with a masa of grated green bananas or yuca, they're filled with a savory meat mixture and wrapped in banana leaves. This combination …

Sep 20, 2024 · Fold the paper (and leaf) in until they meet the masa and filling at the center, sealing the pastele tightly. Fold the empty space at both edges of the leaf and paper in over the pasteles. …

You’ll find the beloved Puerto Rican Pasteles deep down in Puerto Rican culture. Pasteles are much more than just a dish. They’re a classic tradition bringing families together during holidays and …

The beloved Puerto Rican dish of pasteles consists of a unique masa (dough) of root vegetables and green banana filled with seasoned meat, then wrapped in banana leaves and boiled. They’re a ...

Aug 10, 2025 · Pastele Stew is a traditional Puerto Rican dish inspired by pasteles, made with green bananas, plantains, root vegetables, seasoned meat, and a flavorful sofrito base.

Apr 2, 2023 · If you love pasteles, you’re gonna love this recipe for pastele stew. Tender pork chunks infused with classic Puerto Rican flavors of garlic, onion, cilantro, and achiote.