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Plantain Empanadas

Plantain Empanadas

Cost $5, save $7

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  • 10 Min
  • 3 Servings
  • $5

INGREDIENTS

  • Base

    • 🍌 1 large ripe plantain

  • Filling

    • 🧀 4 ½ tablespoons shredded mild Cheddar cheese

  • Cooking

    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

STEPS

1

Cut plantain, with the peel left on, into 3 pieces.

2

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add plantain pieces; boil until peels start to bubble, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove plantains with a slotted spoon. Cool until easy enough to handle; peel. Add plantains to a bowl and mash.

3

Divide and shape mashed plantain into 3 golf-sized balls. Wrap each ball with 1 piece of plastic wrap; press into a 6-inch round. Unwrap plantain rounds; place 1 ½ tablespoons cheese in center of each round. Fold rounds over cheese; pinch edges together.

4

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry stuffed plantains until lightly browned, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Flip and fry until other side is lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes more. Drain on paper towels.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

243

Calories

  • 4
    Protein
  • 29
    Carbs
  • 14
    Fats

💡 Ensure the plantains are ripe for the best texture and sweetness.Avoid overfilling with cheese to keep the empanadas from tearing.Use a spoon to press the plantains evenly for better shapes.Serve with a side of sour cream or spicy salsa for added flavor.