Ingredients
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2 slices bread (preferably pão de queijo)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1/2 cup shredded cabbage
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2 medium ripe plantains, cut into thick slices
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1 small red bell pepper, chopped
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1 tablespoon minced ginger
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
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1/2 avocado, thinly sliced
Directions
Subtitle: A Spicy and Flavorful Take on the Classic Grilled Cheese
Description: This recipe is inspired by Brazilian street food and features flavors that will transport you to Rio de Janeiro. It’s a perfect blend of cheese, spice, and plantains, making it a must-try dish for anyone looking to try something new!
Ingredients:
– 2 slices bread (preferably pão de queijo)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
– 2 medium ripe plantains, cut into thick slices
– 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
– 1 tablespoon minced garlic
– 1 tablespoon minced ginger
– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
– 1/2 avocado, thinly sliced
Instructions:
1. Preheat your grill pan over high heat. Brush both sides of the bread with olive oil. Sprinkle both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the soy sauce, cabbage, plantain slices, bell pepper, garlic, ginger, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside until ready to use.
3. Meanwhile, place the avocado slices on top of one slice of bread. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the sandwich. Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
4. Grill the sandwich on both sides until golden brown and crisp, about 2 minutes per side. Serve immediately.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Servings: 1 serving
Total Time Needed: Approximately 10 minutes
Note: If using different types of plantains, adjust the cooking times accordingly.
Steps
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Preheat your grill pan over high heat. Brush both sides of the bread with olive oil. Sprinkle both sides lightly with salt and pepper. |
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In a large bowl, mix together the soy sauce, cabbage, plantain slices, bell pepper, garlic, ginger, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside until ready to use. |
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Done
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Meanwhile, place the avocado slices on top of one slice of bread. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the sandwich. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. |
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Done
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Grill the sandwich on both sides until golden brown and crisp, about 2 minutes per side. Serve immediately. |
