Plantain patties

Directions

1. 1
   Boil plantains until tender --about 10 to 15 minutes
2. 2
   Drain ,peel and mash with a potato masher.
3. 3
   Add the chive, parsley , garlic , salt and pepper to taste
4. 4
   Form into patties .
5. 5
   The starch in the plantains hold the patties together .As an alternative you can make small appetizer balls
6. 6
   Add oil and butter in a pan --under moderate heat fry patties until golden brown .
7. 7
   These can be served with any grilled , baked , fried meat as an alternative to potatoes.
8. 8
   Note--you can also melt the butter mixed with the oil --brush both sides of these patties and grill or bake them