Best Drunk Coconut Plantains Recipes

DRUNKEN PLANTAINS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degree.
• Peel the plantains and cut them in half lenghtwise.
• Put plantains in a shallow baking dish, dot them all over with butter.
• Spoon on the rum and orange juice.
• Mix the orange zest, cinnamon and brown sugar in a bowl. Sprinkle the mixture over the plantains.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes until plantains are soft, the sugar has melted into the rum and orange juice to make a sauce.
• Meanwhile, slice almond and fry them in alittle oil until they are golden.
• Sprinkle the finished plantains with the almonds.
• Garnish with mint sprigs and serve with creme fraiche.

COCONUT SUGAR CARAMELIZED PLANTAINS

Steps:

• Heat a large cast iron or metal skillet over medium-high heat and chop your plantains in 1/2 inch slices.
• Add to a mixing bowl and toss with coconut sugar, cinnamon, and sea salt.
• Once the skillet is hot, add coconut oil and only as many plantains as will fit comfortably in the pan without crowding. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until browned and caramelized.
• Serve warm with dairy-free ice cream or coconut whipped cream. Best when fresh, though leftovers will keep in the fridge covered for a few days.

COCONUT SOUP WITH CARAMELIZED PLANTAINS

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, combine the melted coconut sorbet and the coconut milk. Using a whisk, slowly incorporate the lime juice, including the pulp. Keep chilled until service.
• To caramelize the plantains, combine the butter and brown sugar in a medium saucepan over high heat. Once the sugar is caramelized, add the plantains, and turn down the heat. Cook slowly until the plantains are tender. Add the shredded coconut and toss.
• To plate, place the plantains in the center of a shallow bowl. Pour the cold coconut soup around the outside.

PLANTAINS IN COCONUT MILK FROM ZANZIBAR

Steps:

• Combine coconut milk and water, set aside.
• Peel plantains and cut into slices or quarters and put in saucepan with remaining ingredients.
• Heat slowly, stir gently and add coconut milk/water little by little until all is absorbed. Simmer until tender, adding additional water if needed.