Haitian Chestnut Recipe | Labapen | Episode 210

plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: bananas

Sweet potatoes offer a similar texture with fewer calories.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu is a great protein alternative for vegetarians.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice can provide a similar acidity.

Peel and slice plantains into thick rounds.

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

Drain and let cool slightly.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the boiled plantains until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.

In the same skillet, sauté garlic, onion, and bell pepper until fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.

Add your choice of meat and cook until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.

Season with black pepper and lime juice to taste.

Stir in chopped cilantro before serving.

Serve the fried plantains alongside the meat mixture.

Cooking Techniques

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