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A delightful, quick treat of caramelized plantains that bring warmth and joy to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Latin American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large plantains (peeled & sliced on a bias)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or any neutral oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon Creole Cajun Seasoning (or seasoned salt, adobo, old bay)
- 1/2 teaspoon packed brown sugar
Instructions
- Slice the plantains on a bias, at an angle, about 1/2-inch thick.
- Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the plantain slices in batches once hot.
- Fry the plantains for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crisp. If browning too quickly, reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Set the fried plantains onto a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Season if desired.
- Serve immediately as a snack or alongside main dishes.
Notes
Avoid rushing the heating process and make sure to drain the plantains properly for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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