Fried Plantains

By Moira Hodgson

Total Time
About 15 minutes
Rating
4(32)
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Ingredients

Yield:12 - 14 servings
  • 6ripe plantains
  • Approximately 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Coarse salt to taste
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Nutritional analysis per serving (14 servings)

194 calories; 6 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 4 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 37 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 20 grams sugars; 2 grams protein; 283 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Peel the plantains and cut into ¼-inch slices.

  2. Step 2

    Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Fry the plantains in several batches until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt. Keep the fried plantains in a warm place until ready to serve.

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Iboirish

If you slice on the diagonal, the plantains have more surface to fry. The plantains I buy are deep yellow with black spots and are more ripe. Riper means sweeter, softer, and yummy plantains.

Iboirish

If you slice on the diagonal, the plantains have more surface to fry. The plantains I buy are deep yellow with black spots and are more ripe. Riper means sweeter, softer, and yummy plantains.

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