Sweet Fried Plantains (Maduros)
Ripe Sweet Fried Plantains or Maduros as they are referred to in Latin America, have a caramelized and creamy texture that can be enjoyed in so many different ways! The darker the plantains the sweeter they are.
15 min24 servings24 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains. See note 2
- 2 1/2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- You can eat fried plantains as is, with Cranberry Sauce or as a topping for ice cream or rice and beans
Instructions
- 1
Diagonally slice the plantains into 1/4" -1/2" slices. See Note 1
- 2
In a medium-size non-stick skillet heat coconut oil
- 3
Cook on medium-low heat until golden brown about 3-5 minutes per side, seasoning each side with salt cinnamon, and pepper. The time will depend on how ripe the plantains are.
- 4
Watch the plantains carefully, they can go from done to burnt in no time.
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