Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBodega on CentralFried Plantains Recipe

Fried Plantains Recipe

Inspired by Bodega on Central
Time30m
Serves4

Sweet and savory fried plantains served with a dipping sauce.

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Ingredients

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Fried Plantains

Dipping Sauce

Method

Fried Plantains

  1. 1

    Prepare the Plantains

    Peel the ripe plantains by making a shallow cut along the length of each plantain and removing the skin. Slice the plantains diagonally into 1-inch thick pieces.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

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

  3. 3

    Fry the Plantains

    Carefully add the sliced plantains to the hot oil in a single layer. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown.

  4. 4

    Drain and Season

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried plantains from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. While still hot, sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.

Dipping Sauce

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, and lime juice. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly blended.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Transfer the dipping sauce to a serving bowl. Serve alongside the fried plantains for dipping.

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