I love plantains. They make the best chips. Chips should often be dipped in things. Like guacamole. You can understand my anguish when I figured out I had no avocados the other day. But thankfully I had beef and mangos. Why in the hell wouldn’t I mix them all together?? Am I right or am I right?!
Laura made paleo caramel for Easter and I’m guessing I ate a hardy amount of it since my stomach is uncomfortable and I’m horizontal right now. That stuff is like eating spoonfuls of heaven. Stupid lack of self control. Every time I looked at the caramel, I would take a little spoon swipe of it. That meant about 14 spoonfuls. Ok, I may be exaggerating. Yeah, I just wish I were exaggerating. 14 is a good approximation, sadly.
I think I’m going to make some PaleOMG business cards. Not sure why anyone would want one, but I think they would be super adorable. I could at least decorate my parents refrigerator with them and force them to be reminded to read my blog daily. Or I could use them as dating cards! If anyone ever asks me on a date, I’ll just hand them my card and let them know that my opinion on our date will be elaborately written out on my blog, as well as a recipe, if they’re hungry. I’m kidding. I don’t talk about dates on my blog. Because I haven’t been on any. That’s really the actual reason. Fail.
The sirloin steak I used in this recipe was from TX Organics. Phenomenal. It was so damn good. If you are looking for a great place to order your grass fed beef from, this is a company to look into! Packaged and delivered really well and the quality is unbeatable!! Check them out!
Oh and I have an awkward video of me cooking. It has bloopers in it. And shows how awkward I really am. You should watch it. Fact.
Mango and Plantain Beef
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1-2 1x
Ingredients
- 1 (12 oz) TX Organics Sirloin Steak, cut into strips
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 plantain, ends removed, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch pieces, smashed (use a ripe one-brownish color)
- 1 mango, peeled and cubed
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon red pepper
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons fat of choice (I used coconut oil)
Instructions
- Heat up a large skillet under medium heat and add a tablespoon of coconut oil then add your 2 minced garlic cloves and sliced onions.
- While the onions begin to cook down, place a medium saucepan over heat and add two tablespoons of coconut oil. When the oil is hot, add your smashed plantains to the hot oil and let cook for about 3-5 minutes per side, careful not to burn them (like I’m good at).
- While your plantains cook, add your sirloin steak to your onion pan. Use tongs to flip the meat continuously to not overcook.
- One meat has almost cooked through (2-3 minutes), add your mango, garlic powder, red pepper, salt and pepper and mix thoroughly.
- Cook for another 1-2 minutes until meat is cooked to your preference and spices are thoroughly incorporated then remove from heat.
- When your plantains are cooked on both sides (have a browning to them) remove from heat, place on a paper towel to remove the excess oil, then add to your beef and mango mixture.
- Consume!
My friend just shared this site with me. Great stuff so far. You are just awkwardly amazing! 😉
Made this last week – so amazing! (And I didn’t even think I liked mangoes!) I pretty much love anything with plantains. I’d like to eat this every day.
I am new to the whole paleo thing and have completely been hooked on your website. You’re quirky and funny, everything a blogger needs to be. I tried this recipe tonight mainly because I love plantains (I’m Puerto Rican). Oh my goodness. This recipe was more than good. I have never used curry before . Wow. It brought so much flavor. And the plantain chips…. Brought me back to when I was kid. Thank you so much! Keep producing awesomeness!
This was the first recipe of yours I tried, and it has been made many times since. We absolutely love, love, love it!
I have already requested your cookbook for Mother’s Day.
Thank you for sharing your inspired culinary !adventures
I forgot my rating on my last comment.
I just had this and I must say I really enjoyed it. Thanks!
LMBO! I absolutely loved your beef mango video! I was just browsing Pinterest for meal ideas and also for way to eat not-so-fat-girl-like…you made my night. A couple weeks ago I landed on my ankle doing rope climbs in crossfit and haven’t been able to workout since the fall. Needless to say, my tubby-wubby belly needs help. Your recipes and enthusiasm are a great motivation. Thank you for being a kickass Chica.
HOLY CRAP. I have never enjoyed watching a food vlog so much EVER.I’d like to think we are all dancing around in our kitchens when we make your food, but I’m guessing its just you and me, and maybe a handful of others. Now I’m going to go make this ::clean&twerks::
Oh my goodness! Juli, you crack me up! If you ever want a random new friend from the Vegas area (Henderson, actually) who loves your sense of humor and your recipes, I’m your girl! BTW, It did not look like you are a bad dancer! I think you’ve been leading us on. ;P
I make this with chipotle powder instead if curry and add a red bell pepper for color and some cilantro or parsley. I serve the plantains in non mashed circles on the side or under the dish. If on the side I sprinkle with cinnamon. Super delicious. Thanks for the inspirational recipe.