Banane Pikan (grilled Plantain With Lime And Chili)
Banane Pikan, or Grilled Plantain with Lime and Chili, is a popular dish in Melanesian cuisine. It's a simple yet flavorful recipe that combines the sweetness of plantains with the tanginess of lime and the heat of chili.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe plantains
- 2 limes, juiced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Peel the plantains and cut them into diagonal slices.
- In a bowl, mix the lime juice, chili powder, and salt.
- Brush the plantain slices with the lime and chili mixture.
- Grill the plantains for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they have grill marks and are tender.
- Remove from the grill and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fiber
- 3g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 1g
Supplies
Grill Brush for basting
Tools
Knife Cutting board Bowl
Serving suggestions
Serve the Banane Pikan as a side dish with grilled meats or seafood.
Tips & tricks
For a sweeter version, you can sprinkle the grilled plantains with a little bit of sugar before serving.
Cost
$5