Alloco & Oeufs aux Légumes Pimentés (Abidjan Sweet Plantains with Spiced Tomato-Egg Skillet) – Authentic Côte d'Ivoire Recipe
Beloved late-afternoon Abidjan comfort platter pairing sweet plantains with savory tomato sauce and eggs.
- Country of Origin
- 🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire (West Africa, Africa)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Golden fried ripe plantain cubes, Poached or boiled farm eggs, Rich tomato, Ginger, Garlic
Ingredients for Alloco & Oeufs aux Légumes Pimentés (Abidjan Sweet Plantains with Spiced Tomato-Egg Skillet) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) golden fried ripe plantain cubes, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups poached or boiled farm eggs, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup rich tomato
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with ginger
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Côte d'Ivoire seasoning (garlic, white pepper, cilantro)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add golden fried ripe plantain cubes and poached or boiled farm eggs along with garlic, white pepper, cilantro, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with rich tomato and serve straight from the skillet.