Boiled Plantains

shopping_basket Ingredients 2 items

• check_circle 1 hand of plantains
• check_circle Water

receipt_long Preparation Steps

1. 1
   Wash and peel the plantains. If the plantains are ripe, bring the water to a boil before adding them; they would soak up too much water and lose their firmness if put in cold water.
2. 2
   If they are unripe, put them in a pot of cold water and bring to a boil. The plantains should be well covered with water. Cooking takes about 15 minutes; cooked plantains take on a yellowish colour.
3. 3
   When they are cooked, empty the water from the pot and replace it with cold water. Let cool. Take a knife and lightly scrape the plantain so it is smooth; do not soak them in water again. You can serve.