Step 1

Roast the peeled plantains in a preheated oven at 400 ºF (200 ºC) for 35 mins. The plantains will turn a light golden color, and become crispy on the outside.Remove from the oven and crush lightly with a mortar and pestle.

Step 2

Heat 2 qt [2 lt] of water over medium heat in a medium soup pot. Add the garlic, leek, cilantro ancho, all-spice berries, oregano, oil, salt, and pepper. Stir.Simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes, adding more water if necessary to maintain the same liquid level.Add the crushed plantains and boil until the plantains are heated through but do not let them boil, they should still have some bite.

Step 3

Remove from the heat, and sprinkle with the cilantro leaves. Remove the allspice berries, taste and add salt to taste if necessary, and serve hot.