Baked Plantains

Ingredients

• 2 medium ripe plantains
• cooking spray

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425℉. Lightly spray parchment lined cookie sheet and set aside.

2. 2

   Using a knife remove the peel of the plantain by cutting off the ends then cut through the skin lengthwise. Remove the skin and slice diagonally into 1/2 inch slices.

3. 3

   Place slices in a single layer on a cookie sheet, spray the top of plantains with cooking spray and bake for 20 minutes, turning halfway or until plantains are golden brown.

4. 4

   --- Instructions For Fried Plantains ---

5. 5

   Peel the plantains by cutting off the ends and slicing through the skin lengthwise. Remove the skin and slice the plantains diagonally into 1/2 inch slices.

6. 6

   Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add enough oil to cover the bottom.

7. 7

   Once the oil is hot, add the plantain slices in a single layer. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

8. 8

   Remove the plantains from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

9. 9

   Serve hot as a snack or side dish.