Jamaican-style Huevos Rotos with Plantains

Ingredients

In this Jamaican adaptation of Huevos Rotos, we replace the traditional Spanish potatoes with ripe plantains, a staple ingredient in Jamaican cuisine. The plantains add a unique sweetness and a tropical flair to the dish. Additionally, we incorporate Jamaican spices to infuse the eggs with a burst of flavor, giving the dish a distinct Caribbean twist. We alse have the original recipe for Huevos rotos, so you can check it out.

• 2 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced into rounds 2 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced into rounds
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, for frying 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, for frying
• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Jamaican jerk seasoning 1 teaspoon Jamaican jerk seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 420 kcal / 1760 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 54g, 26g
• Protein: 10g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the plantain slices to the skillet and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. 3.
   In the same skillet, crack the eggs and cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, about 2-3 minutes.
4. 4.
   Sprinkle the Jamaican jerk seasoning, ground allspice, salt, and pepper over the eggs.
5. 5.
   Carefully transfer the fried plantains onto a serving plate and place the eggs on top.
6. 6.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Plantains — Make sure the plantains are ripe but still firm for the best texture. Overly ripe plantains may become mushy when fried.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a few dashes of hot sauce or sprinkle some chopped scotch bonnet peppers over the eggs.
• Serve with a side of fresh salsa or sliced avocado for added freshness.
• If you prefer your eggs fully cooked, simply cook them for a few more minutes until the yolks are no longer runny.
• Experiment with different Jamaican spice blends to customize the flavor profile of the dish.
• Feel free to add some sautéed bell peppers or onions for additional flavor and texture.

Serving advice

Serve the Jamaican-style Huevos Rotos with Plantains as a hearty breakfast or brunch dish. Accompany it with some Jamaican-style fried dumplings or toasted bread for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the golden-brown plantains on a plate and place the eggs on top, allowing the runny yolks to flow over the plantains. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color.