Recipe of Rellenitos de plátano

Ingredients

• 6 ripe plantains
• 1 cup cooked and sweetened black beans
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup sugar
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Extra sugar for dusting

Directions

1. 1

   Peel the ripe plantains and cut them into chunks.

2. 2

   Boil the plantain chunks in water until they are soft and tender, about 15-20 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain the cooked plantains and mash them into a smooth consistency.

4. 4

   While the mashed plantains are still warm, knead them with your hands to form a smooth dough.

5. 5

   Take a small portion of the plantain dough and flatten it in your palm.

6. 6

   Place a spoonful of sweetened black beans in the center of the flattened dough.

7. 7

   Carefully fold the dough over the beans to encase them completely. Shape it into a smooth oval or ball.

8. 8

   Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

9. 9

   Fry the stuffed plantain balls until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 3-4 minutes per side.

10. 10

    Remove the rellenitos from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

11. 11

    While they are still warm, roll the rellenitos in a mixture of sugar and ground cinnamon to coat them evenly.

12. 12

    Serve the rellenitos de plátano as a sweet and satisfying dessert.