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Tigrillo

Cultural Context

Tigrillo hails from the coastal regions of Ecuador, where it is a beloved breakfast dish. Traditionally made with green plantains, this dish reflects the country's agricultural bounty and culinary creativity. Often enjoyed with avocado and tomato, Tigrillo is a hearty meal that showcases the fusion of indigenous ingredients and Spanish influences. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Ecuador, with variations appearing in Latin American cuisine.

EcuadorianECmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 ripe green plantains
4 large scrambled eggs
1 cup fresh cheese
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup cilantro

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Zucchini maintains a similar texture while reducing carbs.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats and flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a plant-based alternative for binding.

1

Peel and slice ripe green plantain into chunks.

2

Boil plantains until tender.

3

Mash the plantains in a bowl.

4

Mix in scrambled egg, fresh cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro until well combined.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingfrying

Equipment Needed

large potskilletmixing bowlmasherspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

Tigrillo de PlátanoTigrillo Ecuatoriano

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