Fried Plantains

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Level: Easy
Total: 20 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  1. Peanut oil, for frying
  2. 3 firm green plantains
  3. 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  4. 1 cup water
  5. Kosher salt

Instructions

  1. In a deep-fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, heat enough peanut oil to come halfway up the sides of the pot, to 350 degrees F.
  2. Peel the plantains and slice them into 1 1/2-inch chunks. Put the plantains into the fryer and fry until just golden brown, about 2 minutes. Stir the garlic and the water together in a medium bowl. Remove the plantains from the fryer and drain on a paper towel lined sheet tray. With the smooth side of a meat mallet, smash the plantain until it’s flattened. Add them to the garlic water and let them soak for 1 minute. Remove the plantains from the water and pat dry with paper towels. Return to the fryer and continue to fry until golden brown and crisp, about another 2 minutes. Transfer the plantains to a serving bowl and season with salt. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 of 4 servings
Calories 348
Total Fat 21 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Carbohydrates 43 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Sugar 20 g
Protein 2 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 461 mg

 

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