Platanos Maduros (Fried Yellow Plantains)

Ingredients

• 3 ripe yellow plantains
• Oil for frying

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)

    227 calories; 13 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 8 grams monounsaturated fat; 3 grams polyunsaturated fat; 28 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 13 grams sugars; 1 gram protein; 3 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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Six to eight servings

Preparation

1. Peel and slice the plantains in half crosswise, then again lengthwise. Cut each piece into 2 or 3 1/4-inch slices.
2. Heat the oil (a depth of about 1/2 inch) in an cast-iron skillet until very hot. Add the plantain slices and fry until soft and golden brown, about 45 seconds to 1 minute.

5 minutes