Stuffed Plantain Nest

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A visually stunning dish where shredded coconut and coconut milk elevate the classic arroz con gandules to a higher level of sophistication, ideal for impressing on any special occasion.

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup of onion

• 2 cups of pigeon peas

• ¼ cup of shredded coconut

• 1 cup of coconut milk

• 4 oz of Rico tomato sauce

• 2 teaspoons of parsley

• 2 cups of cooked Rico Medium Grain Rice

• Seasoning to taste

• 3 plantain nests

Instructions:

1. In a skillet, sauté the onion, add the pigeon peas, shredded coconut, coconut milk, tomato sauce, and 2 tablespoons of parsley.

2. Allow the liquids to reduce, then add the cooked rice and seasoning to taste.

3. Once all the ingredients are combined, stuff the shredded plantain nests and garnish with shredded coconut.