Spinach And Plantain Rounds Recipe

Name: Spinach And Plantain Rounds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 plantains (ripe); oil, for frying; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 lb fresh spinach, chopped; 1 pinch ground nutmeg; 1 egg, beaten; flour, for dusting; kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 plantains (ripe)
oil, for frying
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 lb fresh spinach, chopped
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 egg, beaten
flour, for dusting
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

1
Use a sharp knife to slice each plantain, lengthwise, into 4 long pieces.
2
Fry the plantains in a little oil, over medium-high heat, until golden, but not cooked through; remove and drain on paper towels (reserve oil in pan).
3
In a separate skillet, cook onions and garlic in butter, until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes.
4
Add spinach, season with nutmeg, salt and pepper, co er and cook until spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes.
5
Let cool to touch and strain out any liquid.
6
Form the plantains into rings and secure with half a toothpick.
7
Pack each ring with spinach.
8
Heat the reserved oil over medium heat.
9
Dip the plantain rings in egg, then in the flour.
10
Fry until golden, turning once, 1 to 2 minutes.
11
Drain on paper toweling and serve hot or cold.

190

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 plantains (ripe), oil, for frying, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Spinach And Plantain Rounds falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Spinach And Plantain Rounds

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