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A cemita sandwich sitting on a brown plate with green leaves next to it.
Kate Ramos

Fried Plantain Cemita Sliders (Plant-Based)

This plant-based version of a Cemita Poblana sandwich swaps classic milanesa for fried plantain and the sesame bun for brioche slider rolls.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons sunflower oil
  • 2 medium ripe plantains, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
  • 12 brioche slider rolls
  • 1 avocado peeled, pitted, and sliced
  • 3-4 chipotles in adobo chopped
  • 3 ounces Queso Oaxaca shredded into thin strands
  • 1/2 cup Papalo leaves or cilantro
  • 1/2 white onion thinly sliced

Method
 

  1. Fry the plantain: Heat oil in a medium frying pan over medium heat. Once oil is shimmering, add plantain slices in a single layer (you may need to do this in batches). Fry until browned on one side, about 2 minutes, flip and repeat on the other side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt. 
  2. Layer it up! Slice the rolls in half. Lay a couple slices of avocado on each half, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread some of the chopped chipotles over the avocado slices. Lay a couple of plantain pieces on top then evenly distribute the cheese, Papalo, and onion slices among the sandwiches. Place the other side of the rolls on top and dig in! 

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