Dodo and Eggs

Name: Dodo and Eggs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: West African
Ingredients: 1 very ripe plantain (black-yellow skin), peeled, sliced 1/2-inch thick; 4 large eggs, beaten; 4 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced; 1/2 scotch bonnet or habanero pepper, seeded, minced; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

A classic West African breakfast of sweet fried plantains (dodo) served alongside fluffy scrambled eggs seasoned with onion and scotch bonnet pepper. Comforting, quick, and satisfying any time of day.

30 minEasyServes 2350 cal/serving

West AfricanBreakfastStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeShellfish-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

1 very ripe plantain (black-yellow skin), peeled, sliced 1/2-inch thick
4 large eggs, beaten
4 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
1/2 scotch bonnet or habanero pepper, seeded, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Heat half the 4 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 peeled, sliced 1/2-inch thick very ripe plantain (black-yellow skin) in a single layer and fry 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and caramelized. Remove to a plate and set aside.
2

In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining vegetable oil and saute 1/2 finely diced yellow onion until softened, about 2 minutes.
3

Add 1/2 seeded, minced scotch bonnet or habanero pepper and stir 30 seconds until fragrant.
4

Season 4 beaten large eggs with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Pour into the pan and cook, gently stirring and folding with a spatula, until just set and softly scrambled.
5

Serve the scrambled eggs alongside the fried plantains.

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Questions

What should Dodo and Eggs look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until just set and softly scrambled.

What can I use instead of Scotch bonnet in Dodo and Eggs?

The entry for Dodo and Eggs calls for 1/2 scotch bonnet or habanero pepper, seeded, minced. In its place: Habanero has the same heat and a similar fruitiness. For much less heat, use a jalapeno and a strip of orange bell pepper.

Is Dodo and Eggs spicy?

Yes, it is properly hot. The heat in Dodo and Eggs comes from 1/2 scotch bonnet or habanero pepper, seeded, minced. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the scotch bonnet, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Dodo and Eggs vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 4 large eggs, beaten. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan breakfast collection.

Does Dodo and Eggs contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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