Fried Plantains Recipe
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Fried Plantains

By: Donna  
"Fried plantains are a traditional treat in many parts of the world. Try them once and you'll be hooked. Overly ripe plantains work best for this recipe."

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Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 quart oil for frying
  • 2 plantains

Directions

  1. Preheat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium high heat.
  2. Peel the plantains and cut them in half. Slice the halves lengthwise into thin pieces.
  3. Fry the pieces until browned and tender. Drain excess oil on paper towels.

Footnotes

  • Editor's Note
  • We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 152 | Total Fat: 11.2g | Cholesterol: 0mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by MINGFBA 
My husband makes these, we all love them. You didn't mention that if they are green they need... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 5, 2006 by LADYJAYPEE 
Rather than using all of that oil, I just sauteed my sliced plantains in a few tablespoons of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 29, 2006 by LatinaCook Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
It is very important to use very ripe plantains for this one. These aren't tostones (fried... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 9, 2007 by Xia Neifion Clark 
A dear friend from Tennessee introduced my family to fried plantains years ago. We slice them... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by ARIREA 
I find that plantains that have turned mostly black are perfect for frying. Yum! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by DOLFANCHICK1027 
I've made these for years and years. My sons love them with crumbled feta cheese on the slices... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 16, 2005 by ANDEANSUN 
Fried Plantains, or "Platanitos Fritos" as they are called, are a traditional side dish in... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 31, 2007 by olayak 
Great! My mother and grandmother have been making these for years! Another way to cook them... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by YVONNE125 
I grew up on fried plantains. They were a staple in our house and are still one in mine.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 27, 2005 by Sola 
I love making plantanos. I add a touch of sugar while frying and serve them with black beans.... MORE

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