Coconut Stuffed Plantains

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 3

Coconut Stuffed Plantains recipe for a delicious dessert or snack

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

429

Sugar

24g

Fat

19g

Coconut stuffed plantains is a dessert that originated in South India. Made from ripe yellow plantains with a sweet stuffing of grated coconut, sugar, raisins, cashew nuts, and cardamom powder, this dish has a unique flavor that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. The plantains are peeled, cut into pieces and stuffed with the mixture, before being deep-fried in ghee and drained on paper towels. These delicious plantains are easy to make and perfect for a sweet treat or snack. They are suitable for vegans and provide multiple health benefits.

Instructions

1.	Peel the plantains and cut them into 2 inch pieces.
2.	Cut a slit down the middle of each piece without separating them completely.
3.	In a bowl, combine grated coconut, sugar, cardamom powder, raisins, and cashew nuts.
4.	Stuff this mixture into each plantain piece.
5.	In a pan, heat ghee and fry the stuffed plantains until golden brown.
6.	Drain the excess oil on paper towel before serving.

PROS

The coconut stuffed plantains are a delicious dessert or snack with a unique flavor.

Easy and quick to prepare, they are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and are suitable for vegans.

CONS

Deep-fried in oil and high in calories, the coconut stuffed plantains should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Plantains are rich in vitamins and minerals including vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium.
Coconut is rich in healthy fats that are important for brain function and heart health.
Raisins are high in antioxidants and are linked to better blood sugar control.
Cashew nuts are rich in protein, healthy fats, and vitamins and minerals including iron and zinc.

	2 yellow plantains
	3/4 cup grated coconut
	1 tablespoon broken raisins and cashew nuts
	2 tablespoons sugar
	1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
	2 tablespoons ghee
	1 cup oil