Plantains With Salsa De Ajo Recipe

Name: Plantains With Salsa De Ajo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Plantains; 4 large green plantains; 2 teaspoons salt; Sauce; mint; 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano or 1 tablespoon fresh marjoram; 1 garlic clove; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

1
Peel by cutting off ends of plantains and then cutting in half crosswise. Cut away peel with sharp knife. Trim off any remaining peel. Then cut half lenghtwise.
2
Put in pot with salt and enough water to cover. Simmer 25 minutes or until you can easily pierce with fork and have texture of boiled potatoes.
3
DRAIN CAREFULLY. Platains are now fragile. Place on serving dishs and pass the salt, pepper and sauce at the table.
4
Sauce:
5
Mint: Use the leaves from one small bunch.
6
Garlic: Mince and crush to paste.
7
Finely chop mint and oregano [or marjoram] and combine with rest of ingredients.

307

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Plantains, 4 large green plantains, 2 teaspoons salt, Sauce, and more.

Yes, Plantains With Salsa De Ajo falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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!

Plantains With Salsa De Ajo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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