Receta ORIGINAL de los rellenitos de frijol guatemaltecos

ripe plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular bananas

Sweet potatoes provide a similar texture and flavor profile.

black beans

🥗Healthier: pinto beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans save time and are often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers natural sweetness with potential health benefits.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: allspice

Nutmeg can provide a warm flavor similar to cinnamon.

Boil the plantains in water until covered, adding 3 tablespoons of sugar and a slice of cinnamon.

Once boiled, drain the plantains and remove the cinnamon stick.

Mash the plantains until smooth, adding half a cup of bread crumbs and mixing well.

In a separate pan, heat oil and fry the black beans, adding sugar and cinnamon to taste until thickened.

Form the plantain mixture into discs, place a spoonful of black bean filling in the center, and seal the edges.

Heat enough oil in a frying pan until hot, then fry the filled plantains until golden brown.

Remove from oil and drain on a plate.

Cooking Techniques

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