How to make beef Sweet Plantains Canoes
To make beef sweet plantain canoes, you will need:
- 2 ripe plantains
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1/4 cup water
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions:
1. Peel the plantains and cut them in half lengthwise. Place them in a large pot of boiling water and cook until tender, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened and fragrant.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
4. Add the bell pepper, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato paste and water until well combined. Pour the mixture into the skillet with the beef and stir to coat. Cook for another 5 minutes until the flavors meld.
6. While the beef is cooking, heat some olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add the plantains and cook until golden brown and slightly caramelized, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
7. Remove the plantains from the skillet and use a spoon to scoop out some of the flesh, creating a hollow "canoe" shape.
8. Fill each plantain canoe with a generous amount of the beef mixture. Serve immediately and enjoy the savory and sweet flavors of the dish!
Note: You can also add additional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro to enhance the flavor of the beef sweet plantain canoes.
To make beef Sweet Plantain Canoes, follow the step-by-step instructions below:
Step 1: Gather the ingredients
- 2 large ripe plantains
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
- Cooking oil for frying
Step 2: Prepare the plantains
- Peel the plantains and cut them in half lengthwise.
- Place the plantain halves in a pot of boiling water and cook until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the plantains from the water and let them cool.
Step 3: Make the beef filling
- In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon or spatula, until browned.
- Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the tomato sauce to the skillet and cook for another few minutes until the flavors meld together.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro (if using).
Step 4: Assemble and fry
- Preheat some oil in a separate skillet over medium heat for frying.
- Using a spoon or your fingers, hollow out a small channel along the length of each plantain half, creating a canoe-like shape.
- Stuff each plantain canoe with the beef filling, pressing it in firmly.
- Place the stuffed canoes in the preheated skillet and fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Remove the canoes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Step 5: Serve and enjoy
- Place the beef Sweet Plantain Canoes on a serving platter.
- You can garnish them with additional chopped cilantro and serve with your favorite dipping sauce, such as salsa or sour cream.
- Enjoy your beef Sweet Plantain Canoes while they're still warm and crispy!
Note: You can also customize this recipe by adding other ingredients like cheese, diced peppers, or spices you prefer.
To make beef sweet plantain canoes, you will need the following ingredients:
- Ripe plantains
- Ground beef
- Onion
- Garlic
- Red bell pepper
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Olive oil
- Tomato sauce
- Cilantro or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Here's how you can make them:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Start by peeling the plantains. To easily peel them, make a lengthwise cut along the skin without piercing the flesh, and gently pull the skin away.
3. Slice each plantain in half lengthwise, creating two long halves. These will be the "canoes" to hold the beef filling.
4. Place the plantain halves on a greased baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly golden.
5. While the plantains are baking, prepare the beef filling. In a pan, heat some olive oil over medium heat.
6. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and red bell pepper to the pan. Sauté them until they are softened and lightly browned.
7. Add the ground beef to the pan and cook until it is browned and cooked through. Make sure to break up any clumps of beef with a spatula or wooden spoon.
8. Season the beef filling with salt, black pepper, and any additional spices or herbs you prefer.
9. Add the tomato sauce to the pan and stir to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes to let the flavors meld together.
10. Once the plantains are ready, remove them from the oven. Spoon the beef filling into the center of each plantain canoe, filling them generously.
11. If desired, you can garnish the plantains with chopped cilantro or parsley for added flavor and freshness.
12. Place the filled plantains back in the oven for another 10 minutes, or until the beef filling is heated through.
13. Once cooked, remove the beef sweet plantain canoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
14. Serve them as a main course or as a delicious appetizer.
And there you have it! Enjoy your homemade beef sweet plantain canoes.