Plantains in Coconut Milk
Indulge in the comforting tropical flavors of *Plantains in Coconut Milk*, a luscious dessert or snack that brings together velvety coconut milk, tender ripe plantains, and a warm blend of spices. This easy-to-make recipe combines the natural sweetness of plantains with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, all simmered to perfection in a lightly sweetened coconut sauce. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a cook time of 25 minutes, this dish is both quick and satisfying. Serve it warm in a bowl, topped with a drizzle of the creamy sauce, and garnish with fresh mint for a burst of freshness. Perfect for cozy evenings or as an elegant plant-based treat, this dish is a must-try for lovers of tropical cuisine. Keywords: plantains in coconut milk, tropical recipe, plant-based dessert, easy plantain recipe, creamy coconut sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 ripe plantains
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 120 ml water
- 2 sprigs fresh mint (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the ripe plantains and slice them into 1-inch thick rounds.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the coconut milk, water, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt, and nutmeg. Stir well to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Once the liquid begins to simmer, add the sliced plantains to the saucepan. Ensure the plantains are mostly submerged in the liquid.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let the plantains cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness or seasoning if needed by adding more sugar or a pinch of salt.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the dish cool slightly before serving.
Serve the plantains warm in shallow bowls, drizzled with the coconut milk sauce. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 676 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.6 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1909 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
