Fried Plantains
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 4 servings
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- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 4 servings
- Calories
- 348
- Total Fat
- 21
- Saturated Fat
- 4
- Carbohydrates
- 43
- Dietary Fiber
- 3
- Sugar
- 20
- Protein
- 2
- Cholesterol
- 0
- Sodium
- 461
- Total: 20 min
- Prep: 15 min
- Cook: 5 min
Ingredients
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.