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“Authentic Cuban Breakfast: A Gluten-Free Delight for Your Palate!”

Discover a delightful gluten-free Cuban breakfast recipe that is both easy to make and packed with vibrant flavors. This dish combines plantains, black beans, ham, and avocado for an authentic taste of Cuba.

🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cook Time: 25 minutes - Total Time: 35 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Cuban, Gluten-Free

Allergens

Eggs, Ham

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 ripe plantain
  • 2 gluten
  • free tortillas
  • 1/4 cup black beans, cooked
  • 2 oz. ham, diced
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Wash and peel the plantain, then slice it into rounds. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. In a non stick pan, cook the diced ham over medium heat for 3 4 minutes until crispy.
  4. Heat the gluten free tortillas in the microwave for 15 seconds to make them pliable.
  5. Assemble the breakfast by placing one heated tortilla on a plate, adding a scoop of black beans, a few plantain rounds, cooked ham, and sliced avocado. Top with another tortilla and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

This dish showcases the perfect balance of flavors and textures found in traditional Cuban cuisine.

Notes

Be sure to use ripe plantains for optimal sweetness and texture.

Cultural or Historical Background

Cuba is known for its diverse and flavorful cuisine, which often combines elements from Spanish, African, and Caribbean culinary traditions.