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Fried plantains

Name: Fried plantains
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 3 each plantains (ripe) (Source: 3 plantains (ripe)); As Needed Salt (Source seasoning: Salt to taste); 2 cups Oil (Source: 2 cups Oil)

Fried plantains is made with plantains. The listed quantities make 6 servings.

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 15 min
Original yield: Serves 6
Ingredients: 3 listed

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Estimating…

SidesPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 30 minutes or less

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Sides
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less

A few quick notes

1. Keep the specified layer

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2. Prepare the first additions

Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.

3. Match the cuts in the method

Use the chopping, slicing or cutting preparation specified.

Get to know the ingredients

plantains (ripe)

In the method: Cut the ends of the plantains off and off the skin. slice on the bias into about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness.

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Servings

Original recipe: Serves 6. Original quantities shown.

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3 each plantains (ripe)
Ingredient note
Source: 3 plantains (ripe)
As Needed Salt
Ingredient note
Source seasoning: Salt to taste
2 cups Oil
Ingredient note
Source: 2 cups Oil

How to make it

0 of 6 steps complete

Cut the ends of the plantains off and off the skin. slice on the bias into about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness. Season with salt and mix together.
Heat the Oil in a medium pan over medium to high heat.
Carefully add the plantain inside the oil in a single layer (don't overcrowd the Oil).
Fry the first side for about 3 to 4 minutes. Then flip to the other side and fry for another 3 to 5 minutes or till both sides are golden brown.
Remove the plantains from the oil and transfer them to a colander.
Repeat with the remaining plantains if you have more and Serve hot!

Make room for Fried plantains

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The last little job

Finish as directed

Repeat with the remaining plantains if you have more and Serve hot!

A little more help as you go

Prepare the pan

Follow the pan-heating step before adding its ingredients.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Start with this step: Cut the ends of the plantains off and off the skin. slice on the bias into about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Arrange the food as directed and check that the pan or basket has enough space.

What happens at the end?

Repeat with the remaining plantains if you have more and Serve hot!

Is there another preparation step to plan for?

Follow the pan-heating step before adding its ingredients.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: cheflolaskitchen.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

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