Jibarito
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Jibarito

Popular in Chicago, the jibarito is an authentic Puerto Rican sandwich made with flattened fried plantains instead of bread.

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
25 min
Servings
1

Instructions

  1. 1

    {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or deep fryer to 350 degrees F. Place plantain halves in the oil and cook 1 to 2 minutes, until they float. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.'}

  2. 2

    {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Place plantain halves between 2 cutting boards. Press to flatten. Place the flattened plantains back in the oil and cook for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.'}

  3. 3

    {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet. Add the garlic, skirt steak, onion, cumin and oregano. Cook, stirring frequently, until steak is cooked through.'}

  4. 4

    {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'To serve, spread mayonnaise on one of the plantain slices. Top with cheese, steak and onion mixture, lettuce, and tomato. Place the other plantain half on top to form a sandwich. Cut in half and serve!'}

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (1 servings total)

1220
Calories
24 g
Protein
65 g
Carbs
100 g
Fat
6 g
Fiber
551 mg
Sodium
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/82389/jibarito/
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