Ingredients
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6,10
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12,1/4
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2
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1/2
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1/4
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2
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2
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3/4
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1/8
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1
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1
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Directions
Similar to a Puerto Rican Pasteln which is really more of a plantain lasagna, instead these are made as individual boats which are easy to make, filling and perfect as a main dish.,If youre not very familiar with plantains, they are similar to bananas only they need to be cooked. Green plantains are usually meant for salty chips or tostones, but when the plantains are very ripe, almost black, thats when they are at their sweetest! Thats what you want here, not yellow because they wont be sweet and soft enough. They should be soft and the skin almost black (see photo below in the directions).,The recipe calls for 6, but as you see here I made the full amount of picadillo and only baked two, and froze the meat for another day. So if you are worried this makes too much, you can easily make what you need and freeze the rest. Hope you enjoy!
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Steps
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1
Done
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Cut a Slit Lengthwise Through the Length of the Plantain About Halfway Through Place Them on a Baking Dish and Bake Covered With Foil Until Soft, About 40 Minutes |
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2
Done
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Meanwhile, Brown the Ground Turkey on Medium Heat in Large Saut Pan and Season With Salt and Pepper. Use a Wooden Spoon to Break the Meat Up Into Small Pieces. |
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3
Done
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Add the Chopped Onions, Garlic, Pepper, Tomato and Cilantro and Continue Cooking on a Low Heat. |
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4
Done
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Add Alcaparrado (or Olives and Capers) and About 2 Tbsp of the Brine (this Adds Great Flavor) Cumin, Oregano, Bay Leaves, and More Salt If Needed. |
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5
Done
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Add Tomato Sauce and 1/4 Cup of Water and Mix Well. |
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6
Done
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Reduce Heat to Low and Simmer Covered About 15 Minutes. |
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7
Done
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Remove the Plantains from the Oven and Fill Them With 1/3 Cup Each of Picadillo, Then Top Each With 2 Tbsp Cheese. |
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8
Done
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Return to the Oven and Bake Until Melted, About 5 Minutes. Top With Cilantro and Serve Immediately. |
