Caribbean Gluten-Free Breakfast Fiesta: Plantain Pancakes with Grilled Jerk Chicken & Avocado Salsa

Allergens

Gluten - Eggs - Dairy (if using butter or other dairy products)

Ingredients

• 2 ripe plantains
• 1 cup gluten
• free all
• purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp jerk seasoning
• 2 avocados
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 red onion
• 1 lime
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the plantain pancakes: Peel the plantains and slice them into 1/2 inch thick rounds. In a mixing bowl, whisk together gluten free flour, eggs, coconut milk, white vinegar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Add the plantain slices to the batter and let them soak for about 5 minutes.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non stick frying pan over medium heat. Fry the plantain pancakes until they are golden brown on both sides and cooked through, adding more oil as needed. Set aside.
3. Prepare the jerk chicken: Season the chicken breasts with the jerk seasoning and grill them or cook them in a pan over medium high heat until fully cooked, about 6 8 minutes per side. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
4. Make the avocado salsa: Dice the avocados, cherry tomatoes, and red onion, then squeeze the lime juice over them to prevent browning. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chop the cilantro leaves and fold them into the salsa.
5. Assemble the dish: Place two plantain pancakes on each plate, top them with sliced jerk chicken, and spoon the avocado salsa over the top. Garnish with additional cilantro leaves if desired.

Chef’s Insight

When frying the plantain pancakes, be patient and allow them to turn golden brown before flipping them to ensure even cooking. - For added spice, increase the amount of jerk seasoning used on the chicken.

Notes

Adjust the jerk seasoning to your desired level of spiciness. - Feel free to add additional vegetables or proteins to make this dish even more filling and satisfying.