Chef John's Fried Sweet Plantains

Chef John's Fried Sweet Plantains

Learn how to cook sliced plantains to golden perfection with this easy recipe. Delicious with lime and a little salt, or with black beans and rice.

Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories
235 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Sprinkle cooked plantains with salt and drizzle with lime.
Step 2
Heat oil in a heavy-duty skillet over high heat. Place 4 to 5 plantain slices in a single layer in the pan and cook until golden brown and tender, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining plantain slices.

Ingredients

  • salt to taste
  • 1 lime, cut in wedges
  • 0.25 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 very ripe plantains (about 3/4 pound each), peeled and cut on the diagonal int

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