Post-Workout Plantains With Maple Syrup

Maple candied baked plantains, without a doubt, is my favorite post-workout treat. The carbs help replenish the glycogen stores from training and tearing down the muscles, but in a MUCH more delicious way. The maple syrup is sugar-free, but if you can handle it and prefer it, you can use real maple syrup or honey, […]

📝 Ingredients

• 3 ripe plantains (or about 3 cups chopped)
• 1/2 cup sugar-free maple syrup (optional)
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• pinch of sea salt (to taste)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Cut the stems off a ripe plantain and peel it. Slice it into small pieces.
2. 2Add coconut oil to a nonstick skillet and set it on low-medium heat. Once the skillet is hot, toss in the plantain pieces.
3. 3Cover and cook for about 6 to 7 minutes on low-medium heat, careful not to let the plantains burn.
4. 4Flip the plantains, then let them cook for another 3 minutes (covered or uncovered).
5. 5Add sugar-free maple syrup (if desired), then sprinkle on some cinnamon. Mix the plantain pieces together using a spatula to ensure they are all evenly coated.
6. 6Let the plantains slightly cool, then enjoy! Sprinkle a little sea salt on top for a little “sweet & salty” action.