Plantain Caper Salad Recipe

Name: Plantain Caper Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup cider vinegar; 1 head garlic, unpeeled and split; 2 bay leaves; 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 tablespoon coriander seeds; 1 tablespoon black peppercorns; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 large yellow (still a little green) plantains; 2 tablespoons capers, roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon minced shallots; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon green curry paste, available at Asian and Indian markets; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; ⅓ teaspoon chopped thyme

Servings: persons

1 cup cider vinegar
1 head garlic, unpeeled and split
2 bay leaves
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
2 teaspoons salt
2 large yellow (still a little green) plantains
2 tablespoons capers, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon minced shallots
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon green curry paste, available at Asian and Indian markets
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
⅓ teaspoon chopped thyme

1
In medium nonreactive saucepan, combine 4 cups water with vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, thyme sprigs, coriander, peppercorns and salt.
2
Bring to simmer.
3
Trim ends from plantains, leaving rest of peels intact.
4
Add plantains to simmering liquid; cook until tender, about 20 minutes.
5
Remove from heat, and let cool in liquid.
6
Remove plantains from liquid; peel, and cut them into 1/4-inch cubes.
7
In stainless-steel, glass or ceramic salad bowl, combine plantains, capers and shallots.
8
Stir to mix.
9
In another bowl, combine lemon juice, curry paste, olive oil and chopped thyme.
10
Stir until smooth.
11
Add to plantains; stir to mix.
12
Serve.

348

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup cider vinegar, 1 head garlic, unpeeled and split, 2 bay leaves, 2 sprigs fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Plantain Caper Salad falls under the Salads 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Plantain Caper Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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