Chef Croes’ Sweet Plantain Fried Rice

Sweet Plantain Fried Rice (Photo by Cynthia Nelson)
Sweet Plantain Fried Rice (Photo by Cynthia Nelson)

There are chefs whose minds work in ways that astound. Their creations, and their approach to ingredients are a combination of artful expression, respect, and a dash of playfulness. It is what sets them apart from others. However, what I truly love and appreciate about these artists is their use of local ingredients and the ability to make food accessible in a way that home cooks and food enthusiasts, like myself, can feel confident enough to try making one of their dishes. That’s how I came to make this Sweet Plantain Fried Rice that I am sharing with you.

In a restaurant, timing is everything and this dish from Chef Croes lands at the perfect time – when people are searching for ideas for the holiday table. It’s made of ingredients with which we are all familiar- rice and plantains. And the style of the dish – fried rice – is one we can never get enough of. Before I share the recipe, let me tell you I got it.