Plantains In Mole Sauce (plátanos En Mole)

Plantains in Mole Sauce, or Plátanos en Mole, is a traditional Guatemalan dish that combines the sweet and savory flavors of ripe plantains with a rich and complex mole sauce. This dish is perfect for anyone looking to explore the unique and delicious flavors of Guatemalan cuisine.

Vegetarian Gluten Free Main Course Guatemalan Guatemalan Cuisine Plantains Mole Sauce Main Dish
Plantains In Mole Sauce (plátanos En Mole)

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe plantains
  • 2 cups of prepared mole sauce
  • 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the plantain slices to the skillet and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Remove the plantains from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
  5. In a separate saucepan, heat the mole sauce over medium heat until it's warm.
  6. Place the fried plantains in the warm mole sauce and let them simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Season with salt to taste.
  8. Serve the plantains in mole sauce hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
3g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large skillet Saucepan Knife Cutting board

Tools

Serving platter Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the plantains in mole sauce with a side of rice and black beans for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure to use ripe plantains for this recipe to achieve the perfect balance of sweetness and flavor.

Cost

$10