Ingredients
- 2 green plantains
- Salt to taste
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- ⅛ teaspoon red hot pepper flakes
- 4 tablespoons freshly chopped coriander or parsley
- Nutritional Information
Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)
253 calories; 15 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 11 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 31 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 13 grams sugars; 1 gram protein; 5 milligrams sodium
Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
4 servings
Preparation
- Peel the plantains by making four incisions lengthwise in the skin. Peel the skin off with your fingers.
- Cut the plantains into 1-inch diagonal slices. Place in salted water to soak for 15 minutes. Drain well.
- Heat the 2 cups vegetable oil to 350 degrees in a fryer or skillet. Add the plantains and fry at 300 degrees for about 15 minutes or until done but not brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the container of a food processor, add the plantains, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, garlic and pepper flakes. Blend to a semicoarse texture.
- To serve hot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to a nonstick skillet. Add the plantains and coriander. Toss and cook 1 minute. Serve immediately.
40 minutes
Dining and Cooking