Description
A Caribbean twist on a New Orleans classic. Caramelized plantains in a boozy rum sauce, served warm over vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
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- 1 very ripe plantain, peeled
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon organic butter
- Pinch sea salt
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1 fl oz (45 ml) Grand Marnier
- 3 fl oz (90 ml) dark rum
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Peel the plantain and slice lengthwise, then cut each half crosswise, creating four pieces total. Set aside.
For the Caramel Sauce
- In a medium sauté pan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt to the melted butter. Stir gently and cook for about 1-2 minutes, until smooth and bubbly.
For the Plantains
- Place the plantain slices into the caramel sauce, carefully turning occasionally to coat evenly. Cook for about 2-4 minutes until plantains are tender and caramelized, gently turning them in the sauce to ensure even cooking.
For the Flambé
- Carefully add the Grand Marnier and dark rum to the pan. Tilt the pan slightly and, using a long lighter or match, carefully ignite the alcohol. Allow flames to burn off completely (this usually takes about 30 seconds to 1 minute). Remove the pan from heat immediately after the flames subside.
For Serving
- Place 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream into each serving bowl. Top ice cream with caramelized plantains and drizzle generously with warm caramel rum sauce from the pan. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra caramelization, use firm-ripe plantains that are slightly less ripe than completely black.
- If you don’t have Grand Marnier, substitute with another orange liqueur like Cointreau or even orange juice.
- Serve warm immediately for the best flavor and texture; leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, but the plantains may lose some crispness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 scoops ice cream, ½ plantain
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 50
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 20