Sweet Plantains Recipe
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Ingredients
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Fried Plantains
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Plantains
Peel the ripe plantains by cutting off both ends and making a slit along the length of the plantain. Carefully remove the peel and slice the plantains diagonally into 1-inch thick pieces.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan, pour in the vegetable oil and heat it over medium heat. You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small piece of plantain into the oil; if it sizzles, the oil is hot enough.
- 3
Fry the Plantains
Add the sliced plantains to the hot oil in a single layer without overcrowding. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown and crispy. You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your pan.
- 4
Add Sugar and Salt
Once the plantains are golden brown, remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil. While they are still hot, sprinkle the brown sugar and salt over the plantains, tossing gently to coat evenly.
- 5
Serve
Serve the sweet plantains warm as a side dish or a delicious snack. Enjoy!