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Plátanos en Gloria Hondureños
A sweet and comforting dessert made from ripe plantains simmered in a rich syrup with coconut milk, cinnamon, and sometimes condensed milk. It's a beloved treat, especially during festive seasons.
🧂 Ingredientes
- 4 large Ripe plantains(peeled and sliced into 1-inch thick rounds)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut milk(full-fat)
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar(or to taste)
- 2 Cinnamon sticks
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup Condensed milk (optional)(for extra sweetness and creaminess)
- optional Toasted shredded coconut (for garnish)
👨🍳 Instruções
- 1
In a large skillet or pot, combine the coconut milk, water, brown sugar, and cinnamon sticks. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
⏱️ 5 minutes💡 Dicas Profissionais: Ensure the sugar is fully dissolved before adding the plantains. - 2
Gently add the sliced ripe plantains to the simmering syrup. Make sure the plantains are mostly submerged.
💡 Dicas Profissionais: Use ripe plantains with plenty of black spots for the best sweetness and texture. - 3
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the plantains simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and have absorbed some of the syrup. Flip the plantains halfway through cooking to ensure even cooking and coating.
⏱️ 20-25 minutes💡 Dicas Profissionais: Avoid boiling vigorously, as this can break apart the plantains. - 4
Once the plantains are tender, stir in the vanilla extract and condensed milk (if using). Continue to simmer uncovered for another 5-10 minutes, allowing the syrup to thicken slightly.
⏱️ 5-10 minutes💡 Dicas Profissionais: The syrup will thicken more as it cools. - 5
Remove the cinnamon sticks. Serve the Plátanos en Gloria warm, spooning the rich syrup over the plantains. Garnish with toasted shredded coconut, if desired.
💡 Dicas Profissionais: This dish can be served as a dessert or even a sweet breakfast.
💡 Dicas Profissionais
- ✓The riper the plantains, the sweeter and more tender the final dish will be.
- ✓Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference.
- ✓For a thicker syrup, you can mash a few pieces of plantain against the side of the pot to release their starch.
✨ Ideias de Variações
Inspiração para sua própria versão desta receita
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves for extra spice.
- Some variations include a splash of rum for an adult twist.
- Serve with a dollop of fresh cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.