Rellenitos de Platano
Description
Rellenos de plátano is made with sweetened, refried black beans surrounded by a blanket of mashed plantain and fried for a tasty Guatemalan snack.
Ingredients
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6 plantains, peeled and broken into chunks
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1 (16 ounce) can refried black beans
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1 tablespoon white sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 quart oil for frying
Directions
1
Place plantains in a large pot; cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash.
2
Heat refried beans in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in sugar and salt. Remove from heat.
3
Form a palm-sized amount of mashed plantains into a ball; flatten and place about a teaspoon of bean mixture in the middle; then mold the sides of plantain around beans, making an egg-shaped ball.
4
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C), or until a small amount of batter sizzles and browns in oil.
5
Fry rellenitos in hot oil until browned. Drain on paper towels.