My Fave Meal Ever: Patacones | The Costa Rican Series :' )

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Zucchini offers a lower-calorie option, while potatoes are more accessible.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

Cook plantain coins in a neutral oil until tender.

Mash under parchment paper.

Fry again until gold and crispy.

Fry onion, red pepper and garlic until translucent.

Add beans and all other flavorings. If too thick add a little water.

Try to make sure all flavours are balanced.

Add coriander once beans have cooled a little.

For pico de gallo, combine tomatoes, red pepper, onion, coriander, lime juice, salsa lizano, sugar, salt, and pepper.

For guacamole, mash avocados with diced onion, lime, coriander, salt, and pepper.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary