The black plantain pie is a variation of the classic Costa Rican savory pie, with a mix of plantains, meat, vegetables, and cheese. From cooking the plantains to adding the cecina and vegetable filling, each step combines to create a delicious and comforting meal. Perfect for sharing at a Latin American table.
The black plantain pie is a delicious option to share with family.
It is characterized by its blend of flavors between the plantain puree, vegetables, cheese, and cecina.
Ideal for enjoying on any special occasion.
A recipe that will surely surprise and delight all diners.
Enjoy.
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Black Plantain Pie
Ingredients
Pasta
60 Ripe plantains
30 grams of Butter
374 grams of Flour
100 grams of Grated cheese
1 Seasoning cube
1 cup of Mixed vegetables (chili, onion, garlic, cilantro, and celery)
1 pinch of Pepper
Filling
½ kilogram of Cecina
1 Seasoning cube
30 grams of Butter
1 cup of Various spices (chili, onion, garlic, cilantro, and celery)
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this recipe, start by cooking the plantains in salted water, then drain them and make a puree, ideally while still warm.
Step 2 : Reserve the plantain puree.
Step 3 : In a separate skillet, fry the vegetables (chili, onion, garlic, cilantro, and celery) in butter, then add them to the plantain puree along with the cheese, pepper, seasoning cube, and finally the flour to compact.
Step 4 : For the filling, add crumbled cecina to the previous sauté, sprinkling with seasoning cube and pepper.
Step 5 : Divide the puree into two equal portions.
Step 6 : In a greased container, place one portion stretching it to cover the entire bottom.
Step 7 : On parchment paper, spread the other half of the puree, ensuring it is the same size as the container.
Step 8 : Carefully pour the filling into the container, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Step 9 : Then, place the other layer of puree, remove the parchment paper, sprinkle with grated cheese to taste, and bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
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