Tostones Rellenos (Stuffed Plantain Cups) Recipe

Name: Tostones Rellenos (Stuffed Plantain Cups)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups canola oil for frying; 2 green plantains, peeled and sliced crosswise into fourths; 2 teaspoons garlic salt; 1 pound lean ground beef; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup sofrito; 1/2 cup tomato sauce; 1/4 cup water; 1 (1.41 ounce) package sazon seasoning; 5 pitted green olives, chopped; 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1
Heat canola oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Fry the plantains in the preheated oil until golden, but not brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Smash each piece of plantain in a tostonero or with the bottom of a small dish to make a small disk, then shape the disk into a small cup. Return the plantain cups to the hot oil, and fry until golden and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes more. Season with garlic salt. Set aside.
3
Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
4
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef. Season with salt. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir in the sofrito, tomato sauce, water, sazon seasoning, and olives. Reduce heat to medium-low, then simmer until liquid is reduced, about 15 minutes.
5
Fill the plantain cups with the beef mixture and top with Cheddar cheese. Arrange the cups on a baking sheet.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, 5 to 8 minutes.

2002

kcal

Calories

212

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: 3 cups canola oil for frying, 2 green plantains, peeled and sliced crosswise into fourths, 2 teaspoons garlic salt, 1 pound lean ground beef, and more.

Yes, Tostones Rellenos (Stuffed Plantain Cups) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Tostones Rellenos (Stuffed Plantain Cups)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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