Sweet Plantain Recipe
Sweet Plantain. Lamb Fat Refried Beans. House Crema. Za'atar
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Ingredients
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Sweet Plantain
Method
Sweet Plantain
- 1
Prepare the Plantains
Peel the ripe plantains by cutting off the ends and making a slit along the length of the skin. Carefully remove the skin and slice the plantains diagonally into about 1-inch thick pieces.
- 2
Heat the Fat
In a large skillet, heat the butter or coconut oil over medium heat until melted and hot, but not smoking.
- 3
Cook the Plantains
Add the sliced plantains to the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and caramelized.
- 4
Add Sugar and Salt
Sprinkle the brown sugar and salt over the plantains in the skillet. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the sugar to melt and coat the plantains.
- 5
Serve
Remove the plantains from the skillet and place them on a plate. Serve warm as a side dish or snack.