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Fried Sweet Plantains (Plátanos Maduros)

A staple in Latin and Caribbean cuisines, plátanos maduros are fried sweet plantains that are caramelized, soft, and absolutely delicious.
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Caribbean, Cuban, Hispanic
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Keyword: Cuban Food, Easy, Quick, Side, Simple Recipe
Servings: 2
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Equipment

  • 1 Pan

Ingredients

  • 1 plantain (ripe with black spots)
  • oil (for frying, enough to coat the bottom of your pan.)

Instructions

  • Peel the plantain and cut into ½ inch diagonal slices.
  • In a frying pan, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Once the oil is hot, add the plantain slices and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Once the plantains are done cooking, place on a plate with paper towels to remove excess oil.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!