Plantains and Rice

Plantains and rice may have gotten a bad rap, but they can actually be a part of a balanced meal. Check out the healthier version of this Latin staple.

Plantains and Rice

Ingredients

For 0004 Person(s)

Recipe

  • 1 cup(s) long grain white rice
  • 16 floz water
  • 1 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 2 tablespoon(s) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon(s) ripe plantains, peeled and cut in 1/4-inch diagonal slices
  • 1/2 tablespoon(s) brown sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon(s) nutmeg
  • 1 dash(es) pepper
  • 1 cooking spray
  • 1 cup(s) black beans, canned

Directions

    1. Preheat oven to 350 °F. 
    2. In a saucepan with a lid bring water, salt and pepper to a boil.
    3. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 25 minutes.
    4. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
    5. Once the rice is cooked, add cooking spray to an ovenproof casserole dish. 
    6. Place the rice and beans in the casserole dish and cover with a damp paper foil. Bake for 10 minutes.
    7. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. 
    8. Add the plantains and fry for 3 minutes per side, until deep golden brown.
    9. Place the rice in serving bowls and sprinkle with sugar and nutmeg. Top with fried plantains and serve hot.


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