Brazil Nut Free Whole30 Garlic-Herb Sautéed Plantains
Ripe plantains hit a magical sweet spot when they're mostly yellow with black-spotted skins — soft enough to caramelize beautifully in the pan but sturdy enough to hold their shape through a good sear. Ghee gives each golden round a rich, nutty depth while keeping the whole dish compliant with Whole30 guidelines, no substitutions needed. The garlic goes in after the plantains are already cooked, so it blooms in those caramelized drippings for just under a minute — fragrant, slightly golden, and absolutely worth the close attention. Smoked paprika adds a subtle warmth that plays off the natural sweetness of the fruit, and a final hit of fresh lime juice ties everything together with a bright, citrusy lift. Cilantro and flat-leaf parsley scattered on at the end keep the herbs tasting fresh rather than wilted. Every ingredient in this dish is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or cross-contact stress — just clean, whole-food cooking from start to finish. Serve it straight from the skillet while it's still warm, with extra lime wedges on the side for anyone who wants a little more zing.
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4 servings
- 2 large ripe yellow plantains (peels mostly yellow with some black spots)
- 2 tbsp ghee
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about ½ lime)
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Peel the plantains and slice them on the diagonal into 1/2-inch rounds. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel.
- 2
Melt the ghee in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the plantain slices in a single layer — work in two batches if needed to avoid crowding — and cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes, until the undersides are deep golden brown.
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