Cheese-Filled Green Plantains
Serves: 2
Ewell Douglas
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
42
Spice
48
Sweetness
38
Sourness
43
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.5
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
1
Bring the whole plantains with enough water to cover to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the plantains are tender and the skins have cracked, about 45 minutes
2
Drain and set aside until cool enough to handle
3
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)
4
Peel the plantains and mash with the salt and pepper until no lumps remain
5
Roll the mashed plantain into 3 tablespoon size balls around a cube of cheese
6
Cook the plantain balls in the hot oil in batches until they are golden brown and float to the surface, about 5 minutes
7
Move the plantain balls around as they cook to ensure they brown evenly
8
Drain the cooked plantain balls on a paper towel-lined plate to cool slightly