Bbq Melt In Your Mouth Plantains Recipe

Experience a taste of South and Central America with this 5-star BBQ Plantain recipe (rated on BBC Good Food!). Sweet plantains caramelize to perfection, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture with a smoky BBQ glaze. Easy to make in just 40 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 131.9 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bbq Melt In Your Mouth Plantains

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How to Make Bbq Melt In Your Mouth Plantains

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the plantain slices with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  4. Arrange the plantain slices in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  5. Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the plantains, making sure each slice is generously coated.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the plantains are tender and caramelized.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

59g

Fat

12g

Carbs

8g