Fried Plantain Recipe: Sweet and Simple to Make
This fried plantain recipe is a must! It’s made by frying slices of ripe plantain in vegetable oil until they form a dark crust on the outside and are soft on the inside. The slices add this wonderful sweet element to any Caribbean lunch or early breakfast.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 large plantain (sliced)
- vegetable oil for frying (I used coconut oil)
Instructions
- Wash and slice plantain to your preferred thickness.
- Place frying pan on medium heat.
- Add enough vegetable oil to the pot so the slices will be covered or almost covered.
- When hot, place the plantain slices in the oil.
- Flip the slices when they become brown on the edges.
- Continue flipping to ensure even cooking and color.
- Remove from oil when the center of the plantain slice is soft (use a fork to test).
- Use paper towel and napkins to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot alongside sada roti or any savory Caribbean lunch.
