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How to Peel Plantains [+ Video]
Whether you're an expert cook, or this is the first time you meet a plantain, we have a method for you to get done with this recipe step in no time!
Total Time
2
minutes
minutes
Calories
Author
Clara Gonzalez
Equipment
Paring knife
Instructions
1. Cut tips
Cut off both ends of the plantain, about ¾" (2 cm) from the tips.
2. Score peel
Score the plantain peel lengthwise with a paring knife, but without going into the plantain flesh itself.
3. Repeat
Score again about an inch from the first cut (use the "corners" on the plantain as a guide.
4. Separe
Separate the peel from the flesh by pushing in from the cuts.
5. Repeat
Repeat until there's no more peel.
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