Fried Plantains recipe served on a plate, by Baobab Fare
Jul 14 2026
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Fried Plantains Recipe

Inspired by Baobab Fare
Time30m
Serves4

Golden fried plantains served with a spicy dipping sauce.

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Ingredients

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Fried Plantains

Spicy Dipping Sauce

Method

Fried Plantains

1

Prepare the Plantains

Peel the ripe plantains and slice them diagonally into 1-inch thick pieces.

2

Heat the Oil

In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it is hot but not smoking.

3

Fry the Plantains

Carefully add the plantain slices to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown.

4

Drain and Season

Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried plantains and drain them on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt while still hot.

Spicy Dipping Sauce

5

Mix the Ingredients

In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lime juice, and garlic powder.

6

Whisk Together

Whisk the mixture until smooth and well combined. Adjust the spice level by adding more sriracha if desired.

7

Serve

Transfer the dipping sauce to a serving bowl and serve alongside the golden fried plantains.