Creamy Mashed Plantains (Pure de Platano)

This is a great variation on mashed potatoes. It's a traditional Venezuelan side dish that is sure to delight your guests! Serve it with fresh fish for a nice Caribbean meal.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 323 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 pinch ground nutmeg
• 4 cups water
• 1 ½ tablespoons butter
• 1 pinch ground white pepper
• 2 very ripe (black) plantains, peeled
• 1 ounce cheese, crumbled

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place plantains in a large pot and cover with water and salt. Bring to a boil; cook until plantains can be easily pierced with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain plantains and cut lengthwise to remove veins; cut into smaller pieces.

Step 2

Place plantains, butter, milk, nutmeg, and white pepper in a food processor and pulse until creamy. Sprinkle cheese on top.