Stuffed Plantains (rellenitos De Plátano)

Stuffed Plantains, or Rellenitos de Plátano, are a traditional Guatemalan dessert made from ripe plantains, refried black beans, and sweetened with sugar and cinnamon. This delicious treat is often enjoyed as a snack or dessert.

Stuffed Plantains (rellenitos De Plátano)

Ingredients

  • 6 ripe plantains
  • 1 cup refried black beans
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Peel the plantains and cut them in half.
  2. Deep fry the plantains until golden brown, then mash them into a dough-like consistency.
  3. Form small balls of the mashed plantains and make a well in the center of each ball.
  4. Fill the well with refried black beans and close the ball, shaping it into an oval or elongated form.
  5. Deep fry the stuffed plantains until crispy and golden brown.
  6. Roll the stuffed plantains in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon while still warm.
  7. Serve and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
3g
Fat
1g

Supplies

Frying pan Slotted spoon Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board Deep fryer (optional)

Serving suggestions

Serve the stuffed plantains with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Tips & tricks

For a healthier alternative, you can bake the stuffed plantains in the oven instead of deep frying them.

Cost

$5