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Plantain Cups

Cultural Context

Plantain cups, or tostones rellenos, originate from various Latin American countries, where plantains are a staple food. These cups celebrate the versatility of plantains, often filled with savory ingredients like meat or vegetables, making them a popular choice for gatherings and celebrations. Today, plantain cups are enjoyed in many regions and have inspired numerous variations, reflecting local flavors and ingredients.

Latin AmericanCOmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 green plantains
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
2 tablespoons parsley
1/2 cup chopped onions
2 cloves chopped garlic
1/2 cup green pepper
2 scallions
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil

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

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are affordable and provide plant-based protein.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is cost-effective and widely available.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: store-brand cheese

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free alternative with a cheesy flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers creaminess with fewer calories.

1

Peel and slice the green plantains.

2

Fry the plantain slices in a mixture of butter and olive oil until golden brown.

3

Season the plantains with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, pepper flake, and lemon pepper.

4

Mix in the chopped onions, chopped garlic, green pepper, and scallion.

5

Serve the seasoned plantain cups with shrimp.

Cooking Techniques

fryingsautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freenut-freepescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Tostones RellenosPlantain Bowls

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