Crispy Fried Mozzarella-Stuffed Plantain Bites with Hot Honey

Sweet ripe plantains sliced, stuffed with creamy mozzarella, breaded and fried until golden — then drizzled with homemade hot honey. Crispy, melty, sweet, spicy… pure magic in a bite.

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Ingredients (makes 12 bites):

For the plantain bites:
• 2 ripe plantains (yellow with black spots)
• 6 oz (170g) mozzarella (cut into ½-inch cubes)
• ½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup (100g) panko breadcrumbs
• Oil for frying
• Pinch of salt

For the hot honey:
• ⅓ cup honey
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (optional)

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Instructions:
1. Prepare the plantains: Cut plantains into 1-inch thick slices. Use a knife to cut a slit halfway through each slice and stuff with a piece of mozzarella.
2. Bread the bites: Dip each stuffed piece into flour, then egg, then panko. Press gently to coat evenly. Chill for 15 minutes.
3. Fry: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry plantain bites in batches until golden brown and crispy (about 2–3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle lightly with salt.
4. Make hot honey: Warm honey in a saucepan with chili flakes and vinegar. Simmer 2–3 minutes, then cool slightly.
5. Serve: Drizzle hot honey over warm fried bites. Serve immediately!

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