Sweet plantain Mandocas

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Brown sugar provides a similar sweetness.

Peel and slice the ripe plantains into chunks.

Boil the plantains in water until tender, about 10-15 minutes.

Drain the plantains and mash them in a bowl until smooth.

Add corn flour, cheese, sugar, salt, and baking powder to the mashed plantains.

Mix until a dough forms, adjusting with water if necessary.

Divide the dough into small balls and flatten them into discs.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the discs until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm as a snack or side dish.

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