Sweet Fried Plantains
No matter how you pronounce it, plantains are a delicious staple in many Caribbean, African and South American kitchens. These ripe plantains come out tasting so sweet and delicious once prepared, and can wonderfully accompany a variety of dishes.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains
- oil for frying canola or avocado works well
- Kosher or sea salt optional
Instructions
- Using a knife, cut off each end of the plantain. Carefully slice the skin along one of the ridges and peel back.
- To cut the plantain: Slice into 1-inch diagonal rounds, or cut the plantain in half and slice lengthwise (about 1/2").
- Over medium-high, heat enough oil in a large skillet to cover the bottom of the pan. Fry sliced plantain in batches, turning once with a spatula or fork, for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden-brown in colour. Reduce heat to medium if necessary.
- Remove plantains and placed on a tray lined with paper towel to drain any excess oil.
- Season with salt, if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Cook time varies depending on the thickness of your plantain slices and the heat of the oil. If you find your plantains are burning too quickly, reduce the heat a bit. If you made thinner slices, reduce the cooking time.