Artificial Food Coloring Free Plantain Hash Browns
Green plantains, grated and seasoned with warm turmeric and ginger, make for a surprisingly satisfying breakfast patty that's crispy on the outside and tender within. Wringing out the moisture is the real secret here — that extra step is what gives each patty those deeply golden, almost lacquered edges that make them impossible to resist. Coconut oil brings a subtle richness to the pan and keeps everything completely free of synthetic dyes or artificial additives, which can sneak into even the most innocent-looking packaged breakfast foods. Every ingredient on this list is whole and straightforward, so you know exactly what's going into your meal. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a pop of color the natural way. These are hearty enough to anchor a full brunch spread or satisfying enough to eat straight from the skillet.
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4 servings
- 2 large green plantains (about 1 ½ lb total), peeled
- ½ small yellow onion, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, divided
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Trim the ends off the plantains and score the skin lengthwise with a knife. Peel away the skin — green plantains can be stiff, so use your fingers to pry the skin off in sections.
- 2
Grate the plantains on the large holes of a box grater (or use the shredding disc of a food processor) into a large bowl. Add the grated onion, minced garlic, turmeric, ginger, and salt, and toss until evenly combined.
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