These tasty Plantain bites for breakfast inspired by our favorite breakfast, are perfect for brunch or a breakfast buffet. Taste a recipe with video inspired by authentic criollo flavors.
By - Reviewed: . Original: Jun 12, 2015
❝ It was a huge hit... ❞
Why we ❤️ it
These mangú (plantain) breakfast bites are just incredible, juicy, smooth, and pretty enough to be served in a refined manner. The only problem might be having to elbow your way to the buffet table before there are none left.
After all, we are a people that are crazy about plantains.
Dominican brunch ideas
Brunch has become popular when we get together, but it's not a traditional meal; however, if you're in the mood for something old-fashioned, nothing like Dominican mangú, served with Los Tres Golpes (throw in some avocado too) and you'll have the quintessential Dominican plantain breakfast.
If you feel like tasting another non traditional brunch dish, these Mofonguitos and this Plantain quiche might be just what you need.
Mangú (plantain) breakfast bites.
Serving suggestions
A Dominican breakfast is not complete without one of our beloved breakfast hot drinks, but you can also serve it with one of our fruit juices.
Don't miss our Tortilla de huevo, and our Revoltillo de huevo as options to complete your breakfast.
Top tips
- Size: If you are asking yourself why I didn't make them bigger, I tried, but this is the only size that worked. They don't break and remain smooth and juicy inside.
- Garnish: Optionally you can garnish with chives, which give a nice green touch to the already colorful bites. Another option is topping with small slices of avocado.
- Ham: I used ham because I liked the combination better, but you can also use Dominican salami.
- Cheese: For this dish, I used Gouda, but you can use any other cheese that melts.
About this recipe
Every time I make Mangú at home we can't hide her excitement. We might be a half-family, but we're also 100% Dominican. I even make it for lunch sometimes, and always have to control my urge to lick the plate clean.
I made this dish for our friends-get-togethers, and it's always a great success for "fiestas de traje" (potlucks).
It may not be a traditional Dominican dish, but every element is taken from our traditions.
C'mon, make these plantain bites for a special occasion. And watch out for those elbows!
Video
Recipe
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Plantain Bites [Video+Recipe] for Brunch or Fiesta
Equipment
Ingredients
For the mangú
- 2 plantain (green, unripe), peeled and cut into quarters
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 5 tablespoons butter, or vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil, for greasing mold
For the filling
- 2 egg (large)
- 2 ounces York ham, [0.06 kg] cut into tiny cubes
- ½ red bell pepper, cut into tiny cubes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper , (freshly-cracked, or ground)
- ½ tablespoon onion powder
- 2 ounces gouda, [0.06 kg] or cheddar cheese cut into tiny cubes
Instructions
1. Boil plantains
Peel the plantains and cut them into pieces. Place them in a pot with enough water to cover them, and add the salt.Boil them until the plantains are very soft (15–20 mins).
2. Mash plantains
- Mash the plantain with a fork until you have a smooth puree with no lumps. If it's too dry, add a couple of tablespoons of water.Add the onion powder and butter, and mash to combine.⚠️ It shouldn't be too dry or too shaggy, and should keep its shape if you make a ball.Set aside for a moment.
3. Preheat oven
- Heat oven at maximum temperature.Grease a mini-muffin mold with the rest of the oil.
5. Form the cups
- Once the plantain has cooled down, scoop two tablespoons of the mixture and place into a mold.Press down with a pestle or the handle of another kitchen utensil to form a small cup. Repeat with the rest of the plantain.
6. Mix eggs
- Whisk the egg and mix in tomato, ham, salt, pepper, and onion powder.
7. Stuffing
- Place a cheese cube into each plantain cup.Fill them with the egg mixture.
8. Bake
- Bake until the eggs have set. Remove from the oven, and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
9. Serving
- Use a skewer to help you unmold them.Serve warm.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is calculated automatically based on ingredients listed. Please consult your doctor if you need precise nutrition information.
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More plantain recipes
We have tons of plantain recipes in our collection, we love them all, but some you can't miss, like Tostones, Fritos maduros, Mofongo, Tostones rellenos, Plátanos al caldero, and many more.
It may surprise you that I suggest a soup, but yeah, many Dominicans love a soup for breakfast, and this Plantain soup is reputed to be able to restore us after a stomach ache, or a night of too much drinking.
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