Fried Plantains

Name: Fried Plantains
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT0H15M0.000S
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H5M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H20M0.000S
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: caribbean
Ingredients: Peanut oil, for frying; 3 firm green plantains; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 cup water; Kosher salt

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Level: Easy
Total: 20 min

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 5 min

Yield: 4 servings

Level: Easy
Total: 20 min

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 5 min

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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Peanut oil, for frying

3 firm green plantains

2 cloves garlic, chopped

1 cup water

Kosher salt

Directions

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.
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.