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Ecuadorian green bolon

Name: Ecuadorian Green Bolon
Total time: 00:25
Yield: 7
Cuisine: Ecuador
Ingredients: 4 peeled plantains; 150 g. (0.33 lbs or 5.3 oz) diced cheese (whichever you like best, preferably semi-salty); Vegetable or sunflower oil

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Category: Vegetables

Difficulty: Easy

Time: 00:25

Dish: Appetizer

Quantity: 7

Country: Ecuador

Today we are going to teach you how to prepare the bolón de verde, one of the typical dishes of Ecuador that is usually eaten for breakfast in the coastal areas of this country, a fried ball made from green plantain or also known as plantain macho, basically consists of preparing a kind of dough with green plantain (previously fried) to which you add cheese, chicharrón or chorizo, to finally fry them, they are a delight.

Ingredients

4 peeled plantains
150 g. (0.33 lbs or 5.3 oz) diced cheese (whichever you like best, preferably semi-salty)
Vegetable or sunflower oil

How To Make It

Step 1: We begin the preparation of our bolones de verde, for this, we cut the green plantain as I show you in the video, then in a pot with vegetable or sunflower oil and at medium low temperature, we incorporate the plantains and we will cook them for 10 minutes without browning (that is why it is important to use a moderate heat), once the 10 minutes are over, we place them in a bowl with absorbent paper and let them cool down a little.

Step 1: How To Make Ecuadorian green bolon

Step 2: We add the plantains in a bowl or container and with the help of our hands, we are going to mash them very well, trying to form a dough, then we add a little salt and continue mashing the dough.

Step 2: How To Make Ecuadorian green bolon

Step 3: Add the cheese and continue kneading with your hands, then take a portion of the dough and form a ball, about the size of a golf ball (it should have a compact texture), repeat this step with the rest of the dough.

Step 3: How To Make Ecuadorian green bolon

Step 4: In the same pot where we did the first cooking, we are going to fry the bolones de verde, this time we raise the heat a little and when it is hot, we introduce the balls and cook them until golden brown (about 2 minutes approximately) we remove them from the oil and place them on absorbent paper to remove the excess fat and we have ready our rich bolon de verde.

Step 4: How To Make Ecuadorian green bolon

Tips To Prepare It

To peel the green plantains, make a longitudinal cut (without reaching the flesh of the plantain) and then with the help of your hands or a knife, remove the peel little by little.

You can prepare this bolón de verde recipe using chicharrón or chorizo.

What can we accompany this recipe with?

These delicious bolones de verde are perfect for breakfast, accompany them with a fried egg and a cup of coffee.

Preguntas y respuestas

Can I use another type of cheese for this recipe?

Yes, you can use any type of cheese you prefer, however, a semi-salty cheese is recommended to balance the flavors of the bolon.

How do I make sure the bolones de verde don't fall apart when frying?

It is important to mash the plantains well and form a compact dough, be sure to knead well and press firmly when forming the balls.

Can I bake the balls instead of frying them?

Yes, you can bake them as a healthier alternative, preheat the oven to 180 °C /356 ºF and bake the balls until golden brown, approximately 20-25 minutes.

How do I keep the bolon de verde?

You can store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, to reheat them, fry them again or bake them until they are hot.

What do I do if the plantains brown too much during the first baking?

If the plantains brown too much, lower the temperature of the oil and cook them at a lower heat, it is important that they do not brown too much so that they maintain a suitable texture to form the dough.