Desde Nuestras Raíces - Picadillo de Plátano - Instituto Monteverde

ripe bananas

🥗Healthier: plantains

💰Cheaper: green bananas

Plantains offer a similar texture and flavor profile.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: serrano pepper

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell pepper provides crunch without heat.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar adds acidity without the cost.

Peel and slice the ripe bananas into small pieces.

Place the banana slices in a bowl.

Add lime juice to the bowl and mix gently to coat the bananas.

Finely chop the red onion and add to the bowl.

Chop the cilantro and add it to the mixture.

Finely dice the jalapeño and add to the bowl, adjusting for spice preference.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Chop the avocado and tomato, then fold them into the mixture gently.

Let the ceviche sit for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Serve chilled as an appetizer.

Cooking Techniques

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