Pastelón de Carne Keto con Puré de Coliflor
Keto Shepherd's Pie with Seasoned Ground Beef and Cauliflower Mash
Yes, with a tweak: confirm cauliflower mash is used instead of plantains. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Puerto Rican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A keto-friendly rendition of the classic Puerto Rican pastelón. Layers of savory ground beef seasoned with sofrito, olives, and capers, topped with a creamy, cheesy cauliflower mash instead of plantains. Baked until golden brown.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, cauliflower, heavy cream, butter, cheese (mozzarella/cheddar), sofrito (onions, garlic, peppers, cilantro), olives, capers, sugar-free tomato sauce, eggs, salt, pepper, spices.
How to make it keto
Confirm cauliflower mash is used instead of plantains. Ensure tomato sauce is sugar-free and no starchy fillers are used in the beef mixture.
Watch out for
Sugary tomato paste/sauce; starchy fillers in ground beef; non-keto cheese blends; large portions of sofrito vegetables.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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