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Nutritional Values
300kcal
5gProtein
60gCarbs
10gFat
5gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Rellenitos de Plátano
How to order / say it
Say it
Rellenitos de Plátano — [reh-yeh-nee-toes deh plah-tah-no]
Order
I'd like Rellenitos de Plátano.
Locally
Quisiera rellenitos de plátano, por favor.
Say locally
Sweet plantain fritters stuffed with beans.
Why try it?
Rellenitos are a favorite Antiguan snack, bringing together the delightful sweetness of plantains and the earthiness of black beans. They encapsulate the creativity and resourcefulness of local home cooking.
How it tastes
The fritters offer a perfect balance of sweet and savory, with a crispy outer layer giving way to a creamy bean filling. Served warm with sugar or syrup, they are both comforting and indulgent.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
Originating in rural households as a simple yet delicious dessert, Rellenitos have become a symbol of Guatemalan street food, especially popular during local markets and festivals since the early 20th century.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 500 g ripe plantains
- 🫘 250 g black beans
- 🧂 5 g cinnamon
- 🍯 20 g sugar
- 🫒 100 ml oil
Method
- 1 Boil plantains until soft, then mash.
- 2 Cook black beans with sugar and cinnamon until thick.
- 3 Fill plantain dough with the bean mixture, shaping into fritters.
- 4 Fry the fritters in oil until golden brown.
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