This simmered dish pairs green plantain, peeled with cooked chicken thigh, shredded, carrot, small dice and green peas. Adjust the calorie target to automatically scale the ingredients while keeping the proportions of the meal balanced.
Top each with shredded chicken, diced carrot, and peas. Drizzle remaining oil over the filling.
green plantainlime juice
Fold into sealed parcels. Steam over simmering water 22-25 minutes until the plantain is tender and set. Rest 2 minutes, open carefully, and serve with lime wedges.
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