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Mashed Plantain

A tender, savory mash of boiled yellow plantains tossed with fragrant spices and warm red palm oil.

35 minEasyServes 4220 cal/serving

West AfricanSideStovetopVeganVegetarianHigh FiberGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 ripe yellow plantains, sliced
  • 2 tbsp red palm oil
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 tsp habanero pepper, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 4 sliced ripe yellow plantains in a pot, cover with water, and boil for 15 minutes until soft.

  2. 2

    Drain the ripe yellow plantains and transfer them to a bowl.

  3. 3

    Heat 2 tbsp red palm oil in a small skillet over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1/2 tsp minced habanero pepper, sauteing for 3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Pour the onion mixture over ripe yellow plantains, add 1/2 tsp salt, and mash until smooth.

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Questions

How long does Mashed Plantain take?

As written, 35 minutes: 15 of prep and 20 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 1 (15 minutes): "Place 4 sliced ripe yellow plantains in a pot, cover with water, and boil for 15 minutes until soft."

Can I make Mashed Plantain less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Mashed Plantain comes from 1/2 tsp habanero pepper, minced. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the habanero, or use half; nothing else in the method changes.

How many calories are in Mashed Plantain?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 220 calories, with 2 g protein, 48 g carbohydrate and 5 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 180 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Mashed Plantain?

Refrigerate what is left of Mashed Plantain within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Mashed Plantain?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the plantains drops from 4 to 2; doubled, it is 8. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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