Plantains and Beans

Name: Plantains and Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: African
Ingredients: 1-2 pounds (450-900g) meat (in chunks (beef, chicken, pork, etc.)); 1 medium onion, (chopped); 4-5 pounds (1.8-2.25kg) plantains ((green or slightly ripe)); ½ cup (145g) crayfish ((optional)); ⅓ cup (80ml) palm oil (or canola oil (see notes)); 4 cups (700g) cooked beans; 1 cube chicken bouillon; 2 teaspoons (4g) smoked paprika; 1 scotch bonnet (or habanero); 1 bunch fresh kale, (chopped); ½-1 teaspoon (1-2g) cayenne pepper ((optional)); salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:45min

Slightly sweet plantains, savory beans, and a healthy dose of kale make this an ultra-satisfying dish. It's protein-packed and delicious, with no frying required.

Updated at: Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:28:06 GMT