Cinnamon dusted, caramelized pan-fried plantains drizzled with sweetened condensed milk.
Preparation:
5mins
Cooking:
10mins
Total:
15mins
Serves:
4
Ingredients
4plantainslarge
2tbspground cinnamon
2tbspbutter
6ozsweetened condensed milk(lechera)
To Serve:
vanilla ice cream
ground cinnamon
For Garnish:
mint leaves
Instructions
Cut the plantain in half lengthwise with the skin on to retain its shape. Slowly peel afterward. You may need to cut further the peeled plantain, depending on the size.
Dust the cut side of the plantains with ground cinnamon. You can also opt to dust 2 tablespoons of sugar for added sweetness.
Melt the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Place the plantains in the pan, cut side up.
Over very low heat, slowly caramelize the plantains for approximately 3 to 5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
Serve at least four slices on a dessert plate then drizzle with the sweetened condensed milk. Alternatively, you may serve it ala mode with ice cream. Serve warm!
Recipe Notes
If you want to create the beautiful dark golden caramelization, add 2 tablespoons of sugar to the cinnamon, then sprinkle over the plantains and caramelize in a heated skillet.While this can be achieved without the added sugar, you might not be able to get the same dark brown richness.