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Fried Plantains

Extra ripe plantains shallow fried until tender, caramelized and naturally sweet.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Garnish, Side Dish
Cuisine: Caribbean, Cuban, Latin
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 3 overly ripe plantains
  • neutral oil

Instructions

  • Peel and slice overly ripe plantains into slices that are 3/4-1" thick
  • Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 1/2" of a neutral oil
  • Once the oil is very warm, place the plantains cut side down and fry until golden brown on the underside and then carefully flip and fry until golden brown on the other side
  • Serve with fried eggs, in a rice bowl or with vanilla ice cream