Twice Fried Plantains
photo by Baby Kato
- Ready In:
- 45mins
- Ingredients:
- 5
- Yields:
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20 rounds
ingredients
- 2 large green plantains
- 4 cups cold water
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for sprinkling
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 cup peanut oil
directions
- Cut off the ends of the plantain, then use a small knife to cut a slit along their natural ridges.
- Pry the skin loose, using a knife if necessary, and then pull it off.
- Cut the plantains crosswise into 1" rounds.
- Place them in a bowl with the water, salt, and garlic for 30 minutes.
- In a medium sized pot, or frying pan heat the oil to 325 degrees.
- Drain the plantain slices and pat with a paper towels.
- Fry a few rounds at a time, turning them occasionally until golden, not brown, and tender when pierced with a knife, about 5 minutes.
- Drain the cooked slices on paper towels and allow them to cool for at least 1 minute.
- Place the fried slices one by one between two pieces of waxed paper on a cutting board.
- Gently press each slice with a mllet or rolling pin into rounds approximately 1/3" thick and 2" in diameter.
- When all the slices are pressed, heat oil to 375 degrees, then refry the slices until golden brown and crispy on the outside, tender on the insdie, about 3 minute Drain the rounds on paper towel and sprinkle with salt, enjoy!.
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Reviews
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There is certainly nothing wrong with this recipe, it was easy enough to do. I decided not to attach a star rating to it though because it just wasn't my thing. I found it a lot of work for the outcome. Granted though, I've never worked with plantains before, and have maybe eaten them once or twice ever. I think perhaps my plantains were TOO green, because only a couple of pieces had a nice texture on the inside. It was interesting so I'm not sorry I made them....thanks for the introduction Leslie.
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Wow, these are awesome Leslie. I really enjoyed this dish. It was quick and very easy to make. My dil's mother turned me on to plantains...and I will always be indebted to her for that. I love plantains, I have yet to try a recipe that I haven't enjoyed. Thanks so much for sharing a recipe that I will make again often. Made for Aussie Swap 01/10 :)
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These really were fun and easy to prepare! A wonderful substitute for french fries. Served with recipe #231658 and recipe #307224 (and plenty of Red Stripe!) for a fabulous Caribbean dinner. We used the sauce from the sweet potatoes to dip the plantains! It worked out well, but any sweet/savory salsa or sauce would make a great accompaniment. Thank you for posting!
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