Roasted Plantains
Recipe: #9035
April 16, 2013
Categories: Side Dishes, Banana, Central/South American, Mexican, Cinco de Mayo Oven Bake, Oven Roast, more
"Choose ripe plantains for this dish. If you have green ones, allow them to ripen until they look like overripe bananas with black marks. Excellent if you planned a plantain recipe for green plantains and they got too ripe."
Original is 8 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (106.4 g)
- Calories 121
- Total Fat - 0.4 g
- Saturated Fat - 0.1 g
- Cholesterol - 0 mg
- Sodium - 3.8 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 31.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 2.3 g
- Sugars - 15.8 g
- Protein - 1.3 g
- Calcium - 7.7 mg
- Iron - 0.6 mg
- Vitamin C - 24.2 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2
Lightly coat a shallow baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or butter/oil.
Step 3
Slice each plaintain in half lengthwise, and then into 5 sections; remove peel.
Step 4
Place plaintain pieces in prepared baking pan.
Step 5
Pour orange juice evenly over plaintain pieces; sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.
Step 6
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Be sure to choose ripe plantains for this recipe. If they are green, allow them to ripen until they look like overripe bananas with black marks.
- Fresh orange juice is best for this recipe, however, you can also use store-bought orange juice if needed.
- Substitute honey for brown sugar: Honey is a healthier alternative to brown sugar, and it also adds a subtle sweetness to the plantains.
- Substitute lemon juice for orange juice: Lemon juice adds a tart flavor to the plantains, which helps to balance out the sweetness of the honey and cinnamon.
Coconut Plantains Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a shallow baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or butter/oil. Slice each plaintain in half lengthwise, and then into 5 sections; remove peel. Place plaintain pieces in prepared baking pan. Pour 1/2 cup coconut cream evenly over plaintain pieces; sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
Coconut Caramel Plantains Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a shallow baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or butter/oil. Slice each plaintain in half lengthwise, and then into 5 sections; remove peel. Place plaintain pieces in prepared baking pan. Pour 1/2 cup coconut cream over plaintain pieces; sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until tender. Once out of the oven, drizzle with caramel sauce and serve.
Coconut Rice - A light, fluffy side dish that pairs perfectly with the sweet and savory flavors of the roasted plantains. The rich coconut flavor will bring out the sweetness of the plantains and the orange juice.
Garlic-Lime Shrimp: This quick and easy garlic-lime shrimp is the perfect complement to the coconut rice and roasted plantains. The garlic-lime marinade adds a zesty flavor that pairs nicely with the sweetness of the plantains, while the shrimp provides a delicious protein-packed option to round out the meal.
FAQ
Q: What type of plantains should I use?
A: Use ripe plantains for this recipe. If you have green plantains, allow them to ripen until they look like overripe bananas with black marks.
Q: How do I cook the plantains?
A: Peel the plantains and cut them into 1/2-inch thick slices. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add some oil. Add the plantain slices and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Serve warm.
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Fun facts:
The dish of roasted plantains is a popular side dish in many Latin American countries, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. It is also a common dish in the Caribbean, and is often served with rice and beans.
The popular American singer and songwriter, Beyonce, is known to be a fan of roasted plantains. She has been seen eating them in her music videos and on her Instagram page.