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.

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Questions

How long does Green Plantain Soup take?

As written, 45 minutes: 15 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (20 minutes): "Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until plantains are tender."

What should Green Plantain Soup look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until plantains are tender.

Is Green Plantain Soup gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Green Plantain Soup is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

How many calories are in Green Plantain Soup?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 190 calories, with 4 g protein, 36 g carbohydrate and 6 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 680 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Green Plantain Soup?

Yes. Refrigerate Green Plantain Soup for 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.

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