Mashed Plantains With Scallions and Lime Juice Recipe

Name: Mashed Plantains With Scallions and Lime Juice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 green plantains; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 scallions, greens and whites, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (14 ounce) can chicken or 1 (14 ounce) can vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; ¾ cup water; 1 tablespoon lime juice; ¼ teaspoon salt; pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Servings: persons

3 green plantains
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 scallions, greens and whites, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14 ounce) can chicken or 1 (14 ounce) can vegetable broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¾ cup water
1 tablespoon lime juice
¼ teaspoon salt
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

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["With the tip of a knife, make a long lengthwise slice in the skin of each plantain.", "Cut the plantains crosswise into 2"" segments.", "Starting at the slice, pry away and discard the skin.", "Slice the pieces crosswise into smaller rounds and set aside.", "In a large saucepan with a lid, heat the oil over medium.", "Add the scallions and cook, stirring often, until they begin to soften, about 3 minutes.", "Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for another 30 seconds.", "Add the broth, cumin, plantains, and water.", "Cook the plantains until very tender, about 30 to 40 minutes.", "Add the lime juice and mash the plantains to a coarse puree.", "If the puree is too thick, add water to thin.", "Season with salt and pepper.", "Sprinkle with chopped cilantro, if desired."]

190

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 green plantains, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 scallions, greens and whites, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Mashed Plantains With Scallions and Lime Juice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Mashed Plantains With Scallions and Lime Juice

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