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Simple Fried Plantains
Whip up a batch of fried plantains with this foolproof recipe! With just ripe plantains, coconut oil, and a sprinkle of salt, you'll have a sweet and crispy treat that's perfect as a side or snack.
Prep Time
2
minutes
mins
Cook Time
5
minutes
mins
Total Time
7
minutes
mins
Course:
Side Dishes
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
fried plantains, simple fried plantains
Servings:
2
servings
Author:
Gina Matsoukas
Ingredients
2
very ripe plantains
peeled & sliced on the diagonal into 1/2 inch thick pieces
2
tablespoons
coconut oil
or enough to coat the bottom of the pan
kosher salt & pepper
Instructions
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
Add plantain slices to hot oil and sprinkle with a generous amount of salt & pepper.
Fry for about 2 minutes until golden brown and then flip.
Sprinkle with more salt & pepper and fry another 1-2 minutes until golden brown on the other side.
Transfer to a paper towel to drain.
Serve warm with more salt.
Nutrition
Serving:
1
SERVING
|
Calories:
153
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
9
g
|
Fat:
14
g
|
Saturated Fat:
11
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Sodium:
149
mg
|
Fiber:
1
g
|
Sugar:
4
g