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Cuban Mojo Roasted Plantains

Cuban Mojo Roasted Plantains That Wow With Sweet Flavor

Cuban Mojo Roasted Plantains transform ordinary plantains into a sweet and savory side dish, dazzling everyone at the table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Plantains
  • 4 medium ripe plantains Choose those with yellow skin and dark spots.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can be substituted with any neutral oil.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to your personal taste.
For the Mojo Marinade
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice Can substitute with grapefruit juice.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin Coriander can be an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Fresh oregano also works well.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to preference.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Medium Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, lime juice, orange juice, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  2. Peel plantains and cut diagonally into ½-inch thick slices.
  3. Toss the sliced plantains in the mojo marinade and allow to marinate for about 10 minutes.
  4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the marinated plantains in a single layer.
  5. Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until edges are golden brown and crisp.
  6. Serve garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For optimal results, reheat in the oven rather than the microwave.

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