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Stuffed Ripe Plantains (Rellenitos de Plátano Maduro)


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  • Author: Yadsia G. Iglesias
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 3 1x

Description

Oven baked balls made from ripe plantain, are delicious and figure friendly.


Ingredients

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  • 2 Ripe Plantains
  • 3 ounces (85g) of Cheese (Mozarella, Cheddar or Havarti)
  • Water (for boiling)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. -Peel and cut the plantains into two pieces each. Boil in salted water for up to 5 minutes. Just to soften them. Remove from water and let them cool for 5 minutes.
  2. -Mash the plantains, a few lumps are okay. Take about 3 tablespoons of the mash in your hand, place a piece of cheese in the middle and form a ball around it.
  3. -Place each ball in a baking sheet (about six total). Bake for up to 25 minutes at 400 degrees or until they’re golden outside. Let them cool a bit before eating.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
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