Spicy Matoke Plantains Recipes

Steps:

• Peel the plantains and slice in 1-inch pieces.
• Place them in a bowl with the lemon juice and enough lukewarm water to cover.
• In a large skillet, heat the ghee.
• Fry onions, cilantro, and chile until onion is translucent.
• Drain the plantain pieces. Add to the skillet with the stock.
• Simmer, uncovered, about 30 minutes, until the plantains are done.

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups water to a boil. Add tomatoes; cover and boil for 30 seconds. Drain and immediately place tomatoes in ice water. Drain and pat dry. Peel and chop tomatoes; set aside., In a large skillet, saute the onion, cumin seeds and mustard seeds in oil until onion is tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the peppers, ginger, ground cumin, coriander, salt, turmeric and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until slightly thickened., Add plantains and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until plantains are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in peanuts. Sprinkle with cilantro.