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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

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!
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