Ingredients
Pastry:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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3 tablespoons shortening, chilled and diced
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1 egg, beaten
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1 tablespoon ice-cold water
Filling:
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3 very ripe (black) plantains
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¼ cup white sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
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2 drops red food coloring (Optional)
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1 egg white, beaten
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white sugar for decoration
Directions
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Combine flour and salt in a bowl; rub in butter and shortening until incorporated, and mixture takes on a sandy appearance. Combine whole egg and water; stir into flour mixture until a dough forms. Transfer to a work surface; knead dough for a few turns to bring together. Wrap well in plastic wrap; chill in the refrigerator for 3 hours.
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While dough chilling, peel plantains; cut into thirds. Heat in a saucepan with a little water; bring to a simmer. Steam until tender, 5 to 10 minutes (depending on how ripe your plantains are). Once soft, discard water; mash plantains with 1/4 cup sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, and food coloring. Set aside to cool.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thick. Cut into circles using a 4- or 5-inch-round cookie cutter. Spoon a little plantain filling into center of each circle; fold in half, to form half-moon shapes. Place tarts on a baking sheet; brush with beaten egg white and sprinkle with sugar.
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Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Allow tarts to cool to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 107 | Calories |
| 4g | Fat |
| 17g | Carbs |
| 2g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 25 | |
| Calories 107 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 4g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 9% |
| Cholesterol 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium 112mg | 5% |
| Total Carbohydrate 17g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 2g | 3% |
| Vitamin C 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium 4mg | 0% |
| Iron 1mg | 3% |
| Potassium 124mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
