Description
This recipe for Grilled Plantains is a quick and delicious way to enjoy ripe plantains with a sweet and nutty honey peanut butter dip. Perfect as a side dish or a snack, the plantains are grilled to golden perfection with a light coating of coconut oil, creating a caramelized exterior complementing the creamy and sweet sauce.
Ingredients
For the Grilled Plantains
- 2 ripe plantains
- 2 tablespoons (28g) melted coconut oil
For the Honey Peanut Butter Sauce
- 2 tablespoons (42g) honey (more if desired)
- ¼ cup (68g) peanut butter (or almond butter)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Heat the grill on medium-high heat until it reaches 375-400°F (190-205℃) to ensure optimal grilling temperature for caramelization.
- Prepare the plantains: Cut off both ends of the plantains to make peeling easier. Score a shallow line lengthwise down the plantain, just through the peel, then pull back and remove the skin carefully.
- Slice and oil the plantains: Cut the peeled plantains in half lengthwise. Brush both sides of each plantain half evenly with melted coconut oil to prevent sticking and promote browning on the grill.
- Grill the plantains: Place the plantain slices on the preheated grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, watching for nice grill marks and a light browning. Flip with a spatula carefully and grill another 2-3 minutes until cooked through and tender.
- Rest and serve: Remove the grilled plantains from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter. Let them cool for a few minutes to allow flavors to set.
- Prepare the honey peanut butter sauce: In a small bowl, stir together the honey and peanut butter until smooth and well combined. Adjust sweetness by adding more honey if preferred.
- Serve: Serve the grilled plantains with dollops of the honey peanut butter sauce on top or on the side. They also pair wonderfully as a sweet accompaniment to grilled proteins.
Notes
- Choose ripe plantains with yellow skin and black spots for the sweetest flavor and best caramelization.
- If you do not have a grill, a grill pan or a stovetop skillet can be used as an alternative cooking method.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure that the peanut butter or almond butter does not contain any added gluten ingredients.
- Adjust the amount of honey in the sauce according to personal taste preference for sweetness.
- The grilled plantains can be served warm or at room temperature depending on preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
