A simple and delicious recipe for making perfectly crispy fried plantains. Ideal as a snack or side dish.
Preparation time
10min
Cooking time
15min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 4 ripe plantains
- 1 tsp salt
- 500 ml vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
Step 2
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Once the oil is hot, add the plantain slices in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the skillet.
Step 4
Fry the plantains for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Step 5
Remove the fried plantains from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Step 6
Sprinkle the fried plantains with salt while they are still warm.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy!