Duck Stuffed Plantains (tostones De Pato)

Duck Stuffed Plantains, known as Tostones de Pato, is a delicious fusion dish that combines the flavors of Puerto Rican and Chinese cuisines. The crispy tostones (fried green plantains) are stuffed with tender, savory duck meat, creating a unique and flavorful appetizer or main course.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Appetizer/Main Course Puerto Rican Chinese Puerto Rican Chinese Fusion Appetizer Main Course
Duck Stuffed Plantains (tostones De Pato)

Ingredients

  • 2 duck breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 2 green plantains, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Fry the plantain rounds for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
  3. Flatten the fried plantain rounds with a tostonera or the back of a heavy glass.
  4. Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry for an additional 2 minutes on each side, until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. In a bowl, mix the shredded duck with salt, garlic powder, cumin, and black pepper.
  6. In another bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, and chopped cilantro to make the sauce.
  7. To assemble, place a spoonful of the seasoned duck on top of each tostone and drizzle with the spicy mayo sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Protein
18g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large skillet Tostonera or heavy glass Bowls for mixing

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Duck Stuffed Plantains as an appetizer for a Latin-Asian fusion dinner, or as a unique main course accompanied by a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of flavor, add a sprinkle of chili flakes or a drizzle of hot sauce on top of the stuffed plantains before serving.

Cost

$20