Tag Archives: Plantains

Plantain Black Bean Tacos with Garlic Vinaigrette

Posted on March 9, 2018 | 6 comments

Plantain Black Bean Tacos with Garlic Vinaigrette by Alison's AllspiceMy husband grew up eating tostones, or fried plantains.  When I was introduced to them, I fell in love with plantains!  They are a versatile ingredient that I have been enjoying experimenting with.  Tacos are pretty much a food group at my house, so we tried and loved plantain black bean tacos! Continue reading →

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Posted in Quick and Easy, Tacos, Vegetarian Main Dish

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Jamaican Jerk Plantain Veggie Burgers with Guacamole

Posted on October 3, 2017 | 18 comments

Jamaican Jerk Plantain Veggie Burgers by Alison's AllspiceEver since my trip to Puerto Rico in 2014, I have been in love with plantains.  While there, I had tostones with a garlic vinaigrette that were fantastic.  Someday I will share my recreation of that recipe too. This is only the second recipe I have shared on the blog using plantains.  The first was my plantain black bean rice bowls with cilantro pesto.  This time a transformed the plantain into veggie burgers. These Jamaican jerk plantain veggie burgers are loaded with flavor. Continue reading →

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Plantain Black Bean Rice Bowls with Cilantro Pesto

Posted on March 6, 2017 | 10 comments

Follow my blog with BloglovinPlantain Black Bean Rice Bowls with Cilantro PestoA few years ago I took a trip to Puerto Rico and had plantains for the first time.  I had always assumed that they were just like bananas, but the truth is that they are pretty different.  A plantain is more well suited for cooking because it has a firm texture.  Banana’s are usually reserved for baked goods because they are soft while plantains will hold up to the cooking process. My favorite part about plantains is that they add a hint of sweetness to dishes like my plantain black bean rice bowls with cilantro pesto. Continue reading →

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Posted in Gluten Free Dishes, Grains, Quick and Easy, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish

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