Prep Time::10 mins
Cook Time::10 mins
Additional Time::10 mins
Total Time::30 mins
Servings::3
Ingredients
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1 large ripe plantain
4 ½ tablespoons shredded mild Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Directions
Cut plantain, with the peel left on, into 3 pieces.
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add plantain pieces; boil until peels start to bubble, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove plantains with a slotted spoon. Cool until easy enough to handle; peel. Add plantains to a bowl; mash.
Divide and shape mashed plantain into 3 golf-sized balls. Wrap each ball with a piece of plastic wrap; press into a 6-inch round. Unwrap plantain rounds; place 1 1/2 tablespoons cheese in center of each. Fold rounds over; pinch edges together.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry stuffed plantains until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes; flip. Fry until other side lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes more. Drain on paper towels.
Cook's Note:
Any mild cheese, white or yellow, can be used.