Plantains kinda complete me.
I’m a Florida girl, after all. I love ’em sugary sweet with sort of a crackly crust. Though I don’t doubt I could eat a plate of them plain, my favorite way to consume these lovely little morsels is with Cuban black beans and rice.
But then, I saw a recipe that actually stuffed the plantains into a wrap along with barbecue chicken and brie cheese for a sweet, savory, cheesy treat. My tastebuds were blown away! I had to have it right away or else the world would simply stop turning.
And it was a beautiful thing. Trust me, you really want to make this wrap. And even if you can’t find the frozen sweet plantains in your freezer like the recipe calls for, they are super easy to make on your own. All you need is an ugly black plantain and some brown sugar (you’ll see a link to a sweet plantain recipe included in the recipe below).
Sold yet? Head to the Tasty Kitchen Blog for the yummy recipe!
Aine @ Something to Chew Over
June 27, 2011 at 4:43 amForgive an ignorant question from an Irish girl but are plantains the same as bananas?!
Alexia (Dimple Snatcher)
June 27, 2011 at 9:30 amNo, girl. Same family though!
Molly @ RDexposed
June 27, 2011 at 4:43 amSold.
The scavenger hunt of plantains begins.
Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga
June 27, 2011 at 4:45 amOh, Jenna, the thought of plantains (love them this way too: sugary sweet with sort of a crackly crust!) and brie cheese…all wrapped up…oh headed right over to T.K. now!
That plantain picture in this post is just like the best thing ever….omg, I have a major plantain craving now!
Baking 'n' Books
June 27, 2011 at 4:52 amI’ve never tried plaintains. They look like big ripe bananas 😉 – do they taste like them?
I want those blue napkins! I saw some pretty Red ones this weekend but the blue is more ‘toned’ down I think.
I was curious – I was reading something this weekend talking about how Californians have access to all these fresh or different foods all year round that most of the rest of the country do not. Meaning that Californians tend to follow more trends,etc. Do you notice a difference in foods or diets from when you lived in Flordia or even oversesas.
chelsey @ clean eating chelsey
June 27, 2011 at 4:56 amI am sold – this looks too good! I love plantains in savory dishes!
amy walters, aDESIGNdock
June 27, 2011 at 4:57 amSold! Never had plantains before, but I can’t think of a better way to try em’ than this!
Cait's Plate
June 27, 2011 at 4:57 amI’ve never cooked with plantains but I’ve definitely had them while eating out and I LOVE them. Not sure why I never thought to make them on my own until now! But I definitely want to try this recipe.
Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat
June 27, 2011 at 5:00 amCall me naive and sheltered, but I don’t think I’ve ever tried plantains! I trust you though Jenna – I’d totally be up for trying this!
Heather (Heather's Dish)
June 27, 2011 at 5:05 amwhen i saw this on TK the other day i almost fell out of my chair with excitement…you can bet it’s on this week’s dinner menu!
Lauren @ What Lauren Likes
June 27, 2011 at 5:06 amYUMYUMYUM. This looks bomb.com 🙂 I have never-ever tried plaintains or brie cheese but I need to stat. Do plaintains taste like bananas? they look very similar!
AdrienneCarolyn
June 27, 2011 at 5:16 amJenna you’re KILLING me I love plantains!! I can’t wait to make these for my next picnic with friends!!
Kristen @ Popcorn on the Stove
June 27, 2011 at 6:03 amLooks yummy! I’ve never actually had plantains but this wrap looks like a good way to introduce them into my diet!
Faith @ lovelyascharged
June 27, 2011 at 6:07 amI’ve never gotten them that crackly on the outside – mine usually come out just barely browned when I grill them. The wrap ingredients sound like a winning combo though!
laura
June 27, 2011 at 6:08 amhi jenna, I’ve been reading over you older posts from early 2010 & I’ve got to admit that I much profer your healthier recipes. now before you say anything, I’m not saying that you can’t eat cake & chocolate & muffins because you can but I’m just starting a cleanse & I feel like your newer posts reflect more of the recipes I’m currently looking for. thanks Jenna, your a gem!!
Shannon Blogs
June 27, 2011 at 6:15 amthat wrap looks delicious!!!
Brenna [fabuleuxdestin]
June 27, 2011 at 6:28 amI would have never thought to mix brie and plantains! Looks yummy
Estela @ Weekly Bite
June 27, 2011 at 6:35 amLooks amazing! Love the brie/bbq/plantain combo 🙂
Jen
June 27, 2011 at 6:40 amI. Love. Plantains. I used to saute them in a pan with a little bit of coconut oil and cinnamon, and put them on top of my oatmeal. I was at a restaurant the other day that had an omelet with cuban chicken, black beans, and plantains in it! I didn’t order it…but it sounded great! This wrap looks like a taste bud explosion.
Jil @ Big City, Lil' Kitchen
June 27, 2011 at 6:52 amMajorly sold. You could put brie on cardboard and sell it to me. haha
Liv @ The Salty n' Sweet
June 27, 2011 at 6:55 amPlantains baked with cayenne pepper and a dash of sea salt is the most amazing thing ever!!! I’m sure this will be an equally delicious way to enjoy plantains 🙂
dana @ my little celebration
June 27, 2011 at 7:06 amYummy looking wraps!
Natalia - a side of simple
June 27, 2011 at 7:15 amYou had me at BRIE.
Lauren @ Lawfully Wedded Wife
June 27, 2011 at 7:29 amI LOOOVVEE sweet plantains, they are literally my favorite food in the entire world! I don’t usually get this creative with them though, this looks AMAZING! Will be making this soon!
Kristina
June 27, 2011 at 7:57 amYUM that looks awesome! I love plantains…
Laura @ Cookies vs. Carrots
June 27, 2011 at 8:03 amYummmm! This looks great!
Maria
June 27, 2011 at 8:04 amGreat flavors! What a fun and unique wrap!
Sabrina @ Radioactive Runner
June 27, 2011 at 8:04 amI LOVE plantains! This recipe looks delicious and I can’t wait to try it. I never ever would have thought of putting plantains in a wrap.
Chad @ thebreakupnote
June 27, 2011 at 8:06 amThis is stinking brilliant.
Natalie @ Will Jog For Food
June 27, 2011 at 8:07 amINSANE! What a freakin awesome combo…why didn’t I think of that? 😉
Shari @ Chicago Cuisine Critique
June 27, 2011 at 8:10 amThese look great! 🙂
Mary (What's Cookin' with Mary)
June 27, 2011 at 8:15 amWhat a great combination of flavors!! SO. GOOD. MUST. MAKE.
Jackie @ That Deep Breath
June 27, 2011 at 8:22 amI’ve never tried plantains before, but I might have to for this wrap! Looks delicious!
Sahar
June 27, 2011 at 9:09 amCool! I was afraid we wouldn’t be seeing any more chicken recipes on your blog, but they really come in handy and the ones you post are always so simple and delicious, so thanks! I’ve never tried plantains either but I contemplated picking up a bag at TJ’s yesterday. This recipe gives me an excuse 🙂
Sahar
June 27, 2011 at 9:12 amoops, I guess I can’t use plantain chips…
Joelle (On A Pink Typewriter)
June 27, 2011 at 9:09 amI love the idea of including plantains in this wrap! I’m glad you’re still including meat recipes on the ol’ blog, btw! 🙂
Cat @Breakfast to Bed
June 27, 2011 at 9:25 amI never thought of putting plantains in a wrap before! great idea!
Andrea @ The Skinny Chronicles
June 27, 2011 at 9:31 amWhat a creative recipe! And I’m so glad your head if feeling better. Nice tip on juicing first thing in the morning. I need to get in that routine too…although I’m a little hesitant about having to deal with cleaning the juicer as I make my mad dash out the door on the way to work.
Sarah @OC2Seattle
June 27, 2011 at 10:20 amPlantains -what a great add to the typical wrap. And of course, how can you ever go wrong with brie? Happy Monday!
Heather
June 27, 2011 at 10:35 amPlantains are one of our favorite foods. We cook them all the time (this morning, last night..) We like them black, because then they are soft and sweet.
Jess
June 27, 2011 at 11:01 amI love plantains! Especially the fried, sweet variety 🙂
Jaime
June 27, 2011 at 11:04 amwow! those sound fabulous- I am totally going to try. thanks for sharing!
Caroline@The G-Spot
June 27, 2011 at 11:20 amL.O.V.E. plantains and Cuban black beans and rice! My husband’s step mom is Cuban and makes them for me every time we visit. Heavenly!
kristi (sweet cheeks)
June 27, 2011 at 11:28 amwhat an awesome combo!!
Emily @ Savory and Savage
June 27, 2011 at 11:55 amThat wrap looks sooo good!
They sell bagged, sweetened and frozen plantains? I have never seen them in the store. I will have to start a plantain hunt 😉
Gina @ Running to the Kitchen
June 27, 2011 at 1:10 pmPlantains are amazing! I had a puerto rican neighbor when I was a kid whose mom would make them all the time. I always wanted to eat at their house!
Christina @ This Woman Cooks!
June 27, 2011 at 1:35 pmThanks so much for posting this- I’m inspired to make my own plantains, now that I don’t live in Florida anymore. I miss them!
Amy
June 27, 2011 at 1:44 pmi am OBSESSED with plantains! this recipe looks amazing def gonna try it!
Sarah Sue
June 27, 2011 at 2:00 pmI am in LOVE with those tortilla’s.. They are all we use 🙂
I cant wait to try this recipe
Whitney @ My Life.My Heart. My Journey.
June 27, 2011 at 2:32 pmI use those same wraps too! I love them!
Kristin
June 27, 2011 at 5:22 pmLove the chalkboard with the ingredients on it – so cute!
Meghan @ StruggleMuffins
June 27, 2011 at 5:30 pmI’m sorry… what? Did that incredibly creative and awesome-sounding combination just happen? I love plantains but have never had the fortune of experiencing them in a wrap manifestation; clearly I must change that!
Shannon
June 27, 2011 at 6:04 pmthis looks amazing, thanks for sharing!
Angelica
June 29, 2011 at 5:13 amThis BBQ Chicken and Brie wrap looks really yummy!! I’ve never been a big fan of wraps for some reason but I got to try this one