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Haitian Plantain Sandwich

Cultural Context

Originating from Haiti, the Plantain Sandwich is a beloved street food that showcases the versatility of plantains, often served with a spicy pickled vegetable mix known as pikliz. This dish reflects the rich culinary heritage of Haiti, where plantains are a staple ingredient. Today, variations can be found across the Caribbean and Latin America, adapting to local tastes and ingredients, making it a delightful fusion of flavors.

HaitianHTmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups breadfruit
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
1 lb fried turkey
1/2 cup gravy

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

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Zucchini is lower in calories and potatoes are more accessible.

cooked meat

🥗Healthier: grilled tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while beans are budget-friendly.

pickled vegetables

🥗Healthier: fresh vegetables

💰Cheaper: sauerkraut

Fresh vegetables are lighter, and sauerkraut is often less expensive.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sliced cucumbers

Mashed peas offer creaminess, and cucumbers add crunch at a lower cost.

1

Peel and cut breadfruit into small equal pieces.

2

Poke the breadfruit pieces to allow salt water to penetrate.

3

Dissolve salt in water and soak the breadfruit for 10 minutes.

4

Fry the breadfruit pieces until done, then remove from fryer.

5

Flatten the fried breadfruit by twisting it slightly.

6

Dip the flattened breadfruit back into salt water and fry again until desired moisture is achieved.

7

Add gravy from the fried turkey to the sandwich for moisture.

8

Layer fried turkey on the breadfruit to assemble the sandwich.

Cooking Techniques

fryingflattening

Equipment Needed

potskilletpaper towelsheavy object

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Pikliz Plantain SandwichTostones Sandwich

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