Plantain Bites [Video+Recipe] for Brunch or Fiesta
These plantain bites, inspired by our traditional breakfast, are perfect for a party or buffet. They're as delicious as they look.
Servings 6 servings (4 p/p)
Calories 257kcal
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.
Video
Nutrition
Calories: 257kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 766mg | Potassium: 395mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 915IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 0.7mg
