Plantain and Goat Cheese Gorditas

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

2. 2

   Add the plantains and cook over moderately high heat until the skins split and the plantains are very tender when pierced with a knife, about 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Transfer to a plate and let cool slightly.

4. 4

   Peel the plantains.

5. 5

   Transfer them to a bowl and mash well.

6. 6

   Stir in the bread crumbs and salt and let cool.

7. 7

   Line a platter with plastic wrap.

8. 8

   Form the plantain dough into 12 portions and roll into balls.

9. 9

   Poke a hole in the center of each ball and fill it with 1 teaspoon of the goat cheese.

10. 10

    Seal the holes and reroll the dough into balls.

11. 11

    Set the gorditas on the platter.

12. 12

    In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil to 350.

13. 13

    Add the gorditas and fry until browned all over, about 5 minutes.

14. 14

    Drain on a paper towellined plate.

15. 15

    Serve the gorditas with the Spicy Tomato Sauce, Pickled Red Onions and sour cream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.