Green Plantain Soup

Name: Green Plantain Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 2 green plantains, peeled, sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 tsp salt; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice

A savory Cuban soup made from tender green plantains simmered in an aromatic broth with garlic and soft spices, then blended until silky smooth.

45 minEasyServes 4190 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 green plantains, peeled, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
4 cups chicken broth
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp fresh lime juice

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 chopped yellow onion, 1 chopped green bell pepper, and 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until soft.
3

Stir in 1 tsp ground cumin, 2 peeled, sliced green plantains, 4 cups chicken broth, and 1 tsp salt.
4

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until plantains are tender.
5

Transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth.
6

Return soup to the pot, stir in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and warm through before serving.

Questions

How long does Green Plantain Soup keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Green Plantain Soup?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubled, blend in batches rather than overfilling the jar.

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