Latin American > Colombian

Cayeye with Pineapple and Bacon Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 green plantains
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot for boiling plantains
- Potato masher or mortar and pestle

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
2. Boil the plantains in a large pot of salted water until they are tender, about 20 minutes.
3. Drain the plantains and mash them with a potato masher or in a mortar and pestle.
4. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
5. Add the mashed plantains to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add the diced pineapple, crumbled bacon, chopped cilantro, and diced red onion to the skillet.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Protein: 8g
- Fiber: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of bacon, you can use ham or chorizo.
- Instead of pineapple, you can use mango or papaya.
- Instead of cilantro, you can use parsley or basil.
- Instead of red onion, you can use white onion or shallots.

Variations:
- Add diced bell peppers or jalapeƱos for some extra heat.
- Top with crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese.
- Add a squeeze of lime juice for some acidity.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to use green plantains, as they are starchy and perfect for mashing.
- If the plantains are too hard to mash, you can add a splash of milk or cream to the skillet.
- Cook the bacon in the oven for a crispy texture.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a bowl or on a plate.
- Garnish with extra cilantro or bacon.

Garnishes:
- Fresh cilantro
- Crumbled bacon
- Queso fresco or feta cheese

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of black beans or rice.

Suggested side dishes:
- Black beans
- Rice
- Grilled vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the plantains are too hard to mash, add a splash of milk or cream to the skillet.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the bacon thoroughly before adding it to the skillet.

Food history:
- Cayeye is a traditional Colombian dish made with mashed plantains.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet and savory
- Salty and smoky
- Fresh and herbaceous

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish or as a side dish.

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Region: Colombian

Taste: Savory, Sweet, Smoky, Tangy