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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Plantains
Peel the ripe plantains and slice them diagonally into 1/2 inch thick pieces.
- 2
Sauté the Peppers
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red and green bell peppers and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- 3
Add Ginger and Plantains
Add the minced ginger to the bell peppers and stir for an additional minute. Then, add the sliced plantains to the skillet.
- 4
Season the Mixture
Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir gently to coat the plantains and peppers evenly with the spices.
- 5
Cook Until Golden
Continue to cook for about 8-10 minutes, flipping the plantains occasionally, until they are golden brown and tender.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and serve warm.


