No, I'm not referring to a boat used for river trips. I'm talking about delicious "canoes" made with ripe sweet plantains (plátanos maduros), an appetizer enjoyed in many countries across Central America and the Caribbean. A few days ago, I mentioned to my husband that I was craving "canoas de plátanos maduros," and yesterday, he surprised me with the ingredients, declaring that he would prepare this dish for me. Given that my husband rarely cooks, I was not only delighted to have a break from cooking but also felt compelled to preserve this recipe as a cherished memory on my blog.
Personal blogs serve as repositories for a multitude of recipes and stories. As I peruse my collection of recipes, I'm reminded of countless special occasions filled with fond memories of family, friends, and the joy of cooking. This blog is my sanctuary for favorite recipes intertwined with treasured family memories.
Returning to the recipe... this dish evokes memories of my Puerto Rican friends who prepare these canoes, as well as a cuchifrito restaurant in the Lower East Side New York where I always indulged in these canoes filled with ground pork meat. I haven't come across these being sold anywhere in this country, which is why we prepare them at home. If you typically purchase these canoes, I encourage you to consider making them yourself next time; they'll taste even better and be less greasy. I hope you enjoy my husband's rendition of this recipe.
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