World Flavors Cookbook

Plátanos en Gloria

Ripe plantains cooked in a sweet, creamy milk syrup with cinnamon and vanilla — El Salvador's most comforting dessert.

Cuisine: El Salvador

Ingredients

• 3 very ripe plantains, sliced diagonally
• 400ml whole milk
• 100g sugar
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Combine milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt in a saucepan.
2. Bring to a simmer.
3. Add plantain slices.
4. Cook on medium heat 15-20 minutes, stirring gently.
5. The milk will thicken and reduce to a rich cream.
6. Serve warm in bowls with the milk sauce.