Ripe Plantain Casserole With Avocado Recipe

Name: Ripe Plantain Casserole With Avocado
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ripe plantains; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 cup coarsely chopped onion; 1 cup coarsely chopped red pepper; 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 tablespoons plantain cooking water; 1/4 cup raisins; 1/3 cup butter; 2 cups grated cheddar cheese; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Garnish; 1 avocado; 2 tablespoons lime juice; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

6 ripe plantains
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup coarsely chopped onion
1 cup coarsely chopped red pepper
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons plantain cooking water
1/4 cup raisins
1/3 cup butter
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Garnish
1 avocado
2 tablespoons lime juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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1) Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F. Butter a 9-inch square casserole dish.
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2) Peel the plantains and boil in salted water until soft and tender, about 20 minutes.
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3) In the meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
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4) Add the onion, red pepper and celery. Cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are soft. Stir in the tomato paste, the cooking water and the raisins. Taste for seasoning.
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5) Drain the tender plantains and return them to the pot. Puree the plantains with the potato masher or the back of a fork. Stir in the butter and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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6) Layer a gratin pan with 1/2 of the mashed plantains and 1/3 of the cheese.
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Layer the vegetables over the cheese and cover them with another 1/3 of the cheese.
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Add the remaining mashed plantains on top and cover them with the remaining cheese.
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7) Bake for 15 -20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
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8) Peel and slice the avocado into thin slices. Gently mix the slices in a small bowl with the lime juice and season to taste.
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9) Serve the plantain casserole from the baking dish and passed the sliced avocados separately.

546

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ripe plantains, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 cup coarsely chopped onion, 1 cup coarsely chopped red pepper, and more.

Yes, Ripe Plantain Casserole With Avocado falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ripe Plantain Casserole With Avocado

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