Fried Sweet Plantains
Fried Sweet Plantains are a delicious treat made from extra ripe plantains, fried to golden perfection.
Equipment
- large non-stick skillet
Ingredients
- 3 large plantains extra ripe, peeled & sliced on a bias
- ½ cup vegetable oil or any neutral oil
- ½ teaspoon Creole Cajun Seasoning optional, homemade or store-bought
- ½ teaspoon packed brown sugar optional
Instructions
- Slice the plantains on a bias, at an angle, about ½-inch thick.
- Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the plantain slices into the skillet in batches, frying until golden brown and slightly crisp.
- If the plantains brown too quickly, reduce heat to medium-low.
- Set the fried sweet plantains onto a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Season the plantains with Creole Cajun seasoning and brown sugar if desired.
- Serve immediately as a snack or alongside your favorite main entrees.
Notes
For best recipe success, please read the blog post and notes in its entirety. Consider using neutral/flavorless oils like canola, avocado, or grapeseed oil.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg
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