Cheesy Stuffed Plantain Tots
featured in Everything You Can Make From Plantains
Get ready to indulge in these mouthwatering Cheesy Plantain Tots that are a perfect blend of savory and sweet. Crunchy on the outside and gooey on the inside, these tots will have you coming back for more!
Tasty Team
Ingredients
for 20 tots
- 3 green plantains
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 4 hot dogs, or other preferred sausage
- oil, for frying
Nutrition Info
- Calories 130
- Fat 7g
- Carbs 13g
- Fiber 0g
- Sugar 6g
- Protein 4g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Grate the green plantains into a large mixing bowl.
- Add salt, pepper, and chili powder, and mix to combine.
- Wrap one slice of cheese around a hot dog link and cut into fifths.
- Take one tablespoon of your plantain mixture and encase one slice of the cheese-wrapped hot dog, shaping into a cylindrical “tot.”
- Repeat until all slices are covered and shaped, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze one hour.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat your oil to 375ºF (190ºC).
- Drop four to five tots into the oil and fry until golden brown, about one to two minutes.
- Place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce!
- Enjoy!
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