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Bolitas de Platano

Bolitas de Platano

Bolitas de Platano are delicious small balls made from green plantains, seasoned to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine Latin American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 100 kcal

Equipment

  • box grater
  • medium-sized pan

Ingredients
  

Plantain Mixture

  • 1 piece green plantain
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon sazón can be homemade

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Peel your plantain and cut it in half. Grate your plantain using the smallest holes side. Add salt and sazón to the plantain dough and mix until uniform.
  • Place a couple of drops of oil onto your hands to prevent sticking. Take 2 scoops of the dough and shape it into small balls. Freeze for 10 minutes to firm up.
  • After removing the balls from the freezer, add them to your soup and cook for 15 minutes over high heat, or boil in a medium-sized pan with water for 15 minutes until firm. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

These plantain balls can be added to soups or boiled separately. They have a unique texture and flavor that complements various dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 430mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Bolitas de Platano, plantains, sazón, snack, soups
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