Tostones Rellenos/Stuffed Plantain Cups Recipe | Episode 233

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

cooked meat

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is a cost-effective protein alternative.

Peel the green plantains and cut them into thick slices.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.

Fry the plantain slices until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the plantains and drain on paper towels.

Flatten each fried plantain slice using a flat surface, like a plate.

Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry again until crispy, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove and drain again on paper towels.

In a bowl, mix cooked meat with chopped onion, bell pepper, tomato, and spices.

Spoon the meat mixture into the crispy plantain cups.

Top with mozzarella cheese and return to the oil briefly to melt the cheese, about 1-2 minutes.

Remove from oil and drizzle with lime juice and sour cream.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately.

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