How to Make Picadillo de Platano - A Step-by-Step Guide

Picadillo de Platano, or plantain picadillo, is a traditional Latin American dish that is popular in countries such as Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic. This delicious and savory dish is made with ripe plantains and ground meat, and is flavored with a blend of spices and other ingredients to create a flavorful and satisfying meal.

One of the great things about Picadillo de Platano is that it is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Whether ...

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Ingredients

  • 4 plantains, peeled and cut into 3 pieces
  • ½ pound ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons minced onion
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 ½ tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • ½ cup tomato, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Simmer the plantain pieces in salted water over medium-high heat until tender. Once tender, drain, and allow to cool, then finely chop.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the beef, garlic, and onion, season with salt and pepper. Cook until the beef is crumbly and the onion is soft. Stir in the chopped plantain, cilantro, and tomato. Season with Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce; cook for about 10 minutes until everything is hot.
  • Nutrition

    203 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 623mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 561mg