Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Vegan Plantain Pita





Makes: 1, 9 inch Pita
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Equipment Needed:
9 inch Tart Pan/ Pizza pan
Blender or Food Processor

Ingredients:

  • 2 Ripe Plantains
  • 1 Tbsp Flaxmeal mixed with 3 Tbsp water (Egg Substitute)
  • 2 Tbsp Coconut Oil
  • 2 Tbsp Pecans
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Flour
  • 1 Tsp Cinnamon
  • Sea Salt (Optional)


  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees
  • Grease tart pan
  • In a small bowl, mix flaxmeal with 3 tbsp water. Stir & let sit until it gels, about 10 minutes
  • Process/blend plantains, olive oil, nuts, cinnamon,salt & flaxmeal mixture until smooth
  • Add flour and pulse until crumbly
  • With floured fingers, press mixture in the bottom of tart pan
  • Bake for about 15 minutes or until firm & edges begin to brown
  • Remove from oven and let rest for about 10 minutes
  • Cut pita in half, then cut into triangles
  • Sprinkle with Sea Salt 

Serving Suggestions:

  • Spinach Dip
  • Chicken and or Tuna Salad
  • Mango Salsa
  • Baste with Olive Oil and serve with dinner in place of bread


ENJOY!


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