Mashed Plantains with Rum

8 ingredients
6 steps

Ingredients

  • 4 very ripe plantains (almost fully black), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon dark rum
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    In a medium saucepan, combine the plantains, butter, brown sugar, vanilla and cinnamon.
  2. 2
    Add enough water to just cover the plantains and bring to a simmer over moderate heat.
  3. 3
    Cook until the plantains are very tender, 15 minutes.
  4. 4
    Using a slotted spoon, transfer the plantains to a medium bowl.
  5. 5
    Add the rum and lime juice and coarsely mash the plantains.
  6. 6
    Season with salt and pepper and serve.

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