Grilled Plantains with Spicy Chipotle Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Sweet grilled plantains paired with a smoky and spicy chipotle sauce create a delicious Latin American appetizer or side dish bursting with flavor. This latin american-inspired latin american ready in about 20 minutes pairs vegetable oil, peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, mayonnaise for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.5 (11 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Brush 2 large peeled and lengthwise sliced ripe plantains with 2 tbsp vegetable oil on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Grill the plantain slices for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown with grill marks and softened.
  3. Step 3: While plantains grill, blend 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small food processor or blender until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Transfer the grilled plantains to a serving plate and drizzle generously with the spicy chipotle sauce.
  5. Step 5: Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish with a squeeze of fresh lime if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Plantains with Spicy Chipotle Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Plantains with Spicy Chipotle Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep vegetable oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Plantains with Spicy Chipotle Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Plantains with Spicy Chipotle Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Plantains with Spicy Chipotle Sauce?

Latin American latin american like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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