Spicy Sweet Plantain & Beef Hash
A delightful twist on classic hash, featuring caramelized plantains paired with seasoned ground beef and a hint of heat, served with roasted vegetables for a balanced meal. This latin american-inspired beef (whole30) ready in about 45 minutes pairs grass-fed ground beef, avocado oil, sliced 1/4-inch thick plantain for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb grass-fed ground beef
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 cups, sliced 1/4-inch thick plantain
- 1 small, diced red onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 2 cups, diced (broccoli and bell peppers) mixed vegetables
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 lb grass-fed ground beef, breaking into small crumbles, and cook for 5 minutes until browned, then drain excess fat.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 cup diced red onion and 2 cloves minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes until onion is softened and translucent.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant and spices are coated in oil.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, toss 2 cups diced mixed vegetables (broccoli and bell peppers) with 1 tbsp avocado oil. Roast in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 15 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Step 5: Add 2 cups sliced plantain to the skillet with the beef mixture. Cook for 8 minutes per side over medium heat until golden brown and caramelized, turning once.
- Step 6: Serve beef hash over roasted vegetables with caramelized plantain on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Sweet Plantain & Beef Hash take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Spicy Sweet Plantain & Beef Hash?
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 grass-fed ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Sweet Plantain & Beef Hash?
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 Spicy Sweet Plantain & Beef Hash 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.
Is Spicy Sweet Plantain & Beef Hash whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
