Plantain Soup Recipe
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Costa Rican π¨π·
Keywords: Guatemalan π¬πΉ, Honduran ππ³, Caribbean ποΈ, Chilean π¨π±, Colombian π¨π΄, Ecuadorean πͺπ¨, Peruvian π΅πͺ, Venezuelan π»πͺ, South American π, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy π₯, Stove Top π², Small Appliance π₯, < 4 Hours β°, Easy π’
Description: π
I love Hispanic food, and plantains are one of my favorite ingredients. Here’s a unique soup for all you adventurous chefs! Make sure to use green plantains, as they add a distinct flavor and texture to this dish. Avoid letting your plantains turn yellow-black, as they will become sweet instead of savory.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | Extra virgin olive oil |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Carrot |
| 1 | Celery rib |
| 2 | Garlic cloves |
| 4-4 1/2 cups | Chicken broth or stock |
| 2 | Green plantains |
| 1 handful | Cilantro |
| 1/2 – 1 tsp | Cumin |
| 1 | Bay leaf |
| To taste | Salt and pepper |
Instructions:
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Heat Oil: In a large saucepan, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
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SautΓ© Aromatics: Add the chopped onions, carrots, celery, and garlic cloves to the saucepan. Cook them uncovered for 3-4 minutes, or until the onions are soft but not browned.
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Bring to Boil: Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth or stock and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
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Add Ingredients: Peel and slice the green plantains and add them to the boiling broth along with most of the chopped cilantro (reserve some for garnish), cumin, and a bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer, uncovered, for 40-50 minutes or until the plantains are very tender.
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Remove Bay Leaf: Once the soup is cooked, discard the bay leaf from the pot.
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Blend Soup: Transfer half of the soup to a blender and puree it until smooth.
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Adjust Consistency: Return the pureed soup to the saucepan. If the soup is too thick, add a little more chicken broth or stock until you reach your desired consistency.
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Season to Taste: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt or cumin if desired.
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Serve: Ladle the hot plantain soup into bowls, garnish with the remaining cilantro, and serve hot. Enjoy this flavorful and comforting dish!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 245.4
- Total Fat: 6.8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.4g
- Cholesterol: 7.2mg
- Sodium: 370mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 41.4g
- Dietary Fiber: 3.2g
- Sugars: 18.9g
- Protein: 7.9g
Chef’s Tips:
- For added flavor, you can sautΓ© some diced bacon or ham along with the onions and other vegetables.
- Serve the soup with a dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of coconut milk for a creamy texture.
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or protein, such as diced potatoes, bell peppers, or shredded chicken.
- Garnish each bowl with a squeeze of fresh lime juice for a zesty kick.
Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with this delicious and unique Plantain Soup recipe! πΏπ²β¨
