Best 2 Low Fat Pastitsio Recipes

Pastitsio is a traditional Greek dish that is often made with layers of pasta, ground meat, and béchamel sauce. While pastitsio is a delicious dish, it is also quite high in fat due to the ground meat and the béchamel sauce. However, it is possible to make a low-fat version of pastitsio that is just as delicious as the traditional recipe. By using ground turkey or chicken in place of ground beef, and making a light béchamel sauce using skim milk and egg whites, or choosing a vegan béchamel sauce made with almond milk and cashews, you can still enjoy this.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LOW FAT PASTITSIO

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Provided by mickeydownunder

Categories Low Cholesterol

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 lb rigatoni pasta
1 tablespoon fat free chicken broth
1 onion, chopped
6 ounces portabella mushrooms, chopped
6 ounces 90% lean ground beef
16 ounces tomatoes, chopped
4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 egg
2 egg whites
3 cups nonfat milk
1/2 cup cornstarch
8 tablespoons fat-free parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

COOK pasta and DRAIN.
NOTE: Can be any kind of pasta; I like rigatoni.
In non stick pan, heat chicken broth and saute onion and mushrooms until soft; ADD ground beef and cook until brown.
ADD chopped tomatoes, garlic, salt, pepper, cinnamon.
STIR until most of the liquid evaporates (About 7 minutes).
NOTE: Can use 2 400g canned tomatoes as well.
NOTE: Can use 12 ounces of 10 percent beef and omit mushrooms.
In same saucepan that pasta was cooked in, COMBINE eggs, milk and cornstarch (also called cornflour).
CONSTANTLY stir over low heat for 10 minutes.
REMOVE from heat, add fat free parmesan cheese and nutmeg.
In large baking dish, LAYER 1/2 pasta, 1/2 tomato sauce then remaining pasta and remaining tomato sauce.
COVER with white sauce; make sure to cover all pasta.
BAKE for 35 minutes at 170°C (325F).
ENJOY!
NOTE: Taste tomato sauce mixture and adjust to your preference; ie if you do not like that much garlic, use 2 or 3 cloves.

TURKEY PASTITSIO-LOW FAT!

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Pastitsio is a traditional Greek dish,usually made with beef. This lighter version is ideal for those who are watching their weight/cholestrol level. I sometimes skip the cinnamon and add in a little chilli powder/chilli flakes for a spicier variation.

Provided by Noo8820

Categories Poultry

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 lb lean turkey, ground
1 large onion, chopped
4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup red wine or 1 cup stock
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 1/2 cups macaroni
1 1/4 cups skim milk
2 tablespoons sunflower margarine
3 tablespoons plain flour
1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
2 tomatoes, sliced (optional)
4 tablespoons wholemeal breadcrumbs (optional)
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 220/425/Gas 7.Fry the turkey and onion in a large non-stick pan without fat,stirring until lightly browned.
Stir in the tomato paste,red wine/stock and cinnamon.Season,then cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water until just tender,then drain.Layer with the meat mixture in a wide oven proof dish.
Place the milk,margarine and flour into a saucepan and whisk over a moderate heat until thickened and smooth.Add nutmeg and season to taste.
Pour the sauce evenly over the pasta and meat.Arrange the tomato slices on top and sprinkle lines of breadcrumbs over the surface.
Bake for 30-35 mins,or until golden and bubbling.

Tips:

Use low-fat ground beef or turkey: This will help reduce the overall fat content of the dish.
Use low-fat or nonfat milk: This will also help reduce the fat content without sacrificing flavor.
Use whole wheat pasta: This will add fiber and nutrients to the dish.
Use fresh vegetables: This will add vitamins, minerals, and flavor to the dish.
Use a light cheese blend: This will help reduce the fat and calorie content without sacrificing flavor.
Bake the pastitsio instead of frying it: This will help reduce the amount of oil used in the dish.
Serve the pastitsio with a side salad: This will add even more vegetables to the meal.

Conclusion:

Low-fat pastitsio is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and protein, and it is also a good source of fiber. By following the tips above, you can make a low-fat pastitsio that is both delicious and nutritious.

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