TV3 - Karakia - Pastel mandi'o (Patricia, Paraguai)

vegetable meat

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: mushrooms

Tofu provides a good protein source while mushrooms are more affordable.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without dairy.

mandi'o

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Cauliflower is lower in carbs while potatoes are a budget-friendly alternative.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Peel and grate the mandi'o.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add grated mandi'o and carrot; cook for another 5 minutes until tender.

In a bowl, mix vegetable meat with cooked vegetables, egg, milk, cheese, salt, black pepper, and cumin until well combined.

Grease a baking dish with olive oil.

Pour the mixture into the baking dish, spreading evenly.

Sprinkle parsley on top for garnish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden brown.

Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking Techniques

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