Plantain and Peanut Butter Breakfast Porridge with Ginger

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A warming breakfast porridge combining mashed ripe plantains, creamy peanut butter, and a hint of ginger for a nourishing start to the day. This African-inspired recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, combines ripe plantains, peeled and diced, water, smooth peanut butter into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 African cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups water and 2 medium peeled and diced ripe plantains. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes until the plantains are very soft.
  2. Step 2: Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash the plantains directly in the pot until smooth and creamy.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly until heated through and well combined.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk for creaminess. Serve warm, garnished with chopped nuts or sliced bananas if desired.

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