Green Plantain and Coriander Soup Recipe

Green plantains are a rich source of fiber and best of all, there are thousands of types of original and healthy recipes that can be made with plantains.

The green plane is a widely used ingredient in the gastronomy of Caribbean countries such as Venezuela or Colombia and the soup that we teach you to prepare next is a delicious dish that has a refreshing and very particular flavor.

Let’s go then with the step-by-step recipe for the green plantain and cilantro soup, surely you will be surprised by its flavor and it is also a very easy recipe to prepare.

Ingredients to make Green Banana and Cilantro Soup:

• 1 green banana
• 2 slices of green onion
• 2 medium carrots
• 150 grams of Peas
• 2 medium potatoes
• 500 milliliters of rib or beef broth
• 150 grams of fresh coriander
• 1 pinch of salt and pepper

How to make Green Plantain and Cilantro Soup:

1. Pre-list the ingredients on the work table to speed up all the processes when cooking our soup.
2. We start by working with the green banana, remove the skin and cut thick slices as seen in the photo.
3. With the green plantain you can make many recipes such as plantain to stones or the exquisite plantain ceviche, do not forget to try them.
4. Next, place the broth in a deep pot and heat over medium heat until it boils. Then, add all the vegetables and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Let it boil for about 10-15 minutes and lower the heat to a simmer.
6. Separately, heat oil in a frying pan and fry the banana from side to side until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side, as if you were making slices of banana.
7. Remove and flatten slightly with the help of a kitchen board.
8. Place the plantain chips back in the pan with oil and fry them again until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.
9. Remove to a plate with absorbent paper to remove excess oil.
10. Add the plantains to our soup along with the finely chopped cilantro. Continue cooking for another 10 minutes and turn off the heat.
11. Serve our green plantain and cilantro soup and enjoy.