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Colombian Sweet Plantains

Cultural Context

Originating from Colombia, sweet plantains (plátanos maduros) are a beloved dish often enjoyed as a side or snack. They symbolize the fusion of indigenous and African culinary traditions, showcasing the versatility of plantains in Colombian cuisine. Today, they are enjoyed across Latin America and beyond, often served alongside savory dishes or as a dessert.

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4 servings
Servings4
ripe plantains
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
4 tablespoons flour
hard white cheese (queso blanco or queso fresco) or mozzarella
1

Fry the ripe plantains until golden on both sides.

2

Beat 2 eggs in a bowl.

3

Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of baking powder to the eggs.

4

Mix in 4 tablespoons of flour to create a batter.

5

Lay down cling film on the work surface to prevent sticking.

6

Gently flatten the fried plantains.

7

Slice the cheese thinly and place it in the center of the flattened plantain.

8

Cover the cheese with another slice of plantain to create a stuffed plantain.

9

Dust the stuffed plantains with flour.

10

Dip the stuffed plantains in the batter.

11

Fry the battered plantains in medium heat until golden on both sides.

Equipment Needed

cling filmfrying pan

Dietary

vegetarian

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