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Colombian Platanos Maduros Fritos Recipe - Fried Ripe Sweet Plantains
Platanos maduros fritos are ripe sweet plantain slices, fried to perfection on the outside and tender in the middle. The ultimate Colombian breakfast side dish!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 109kcal
Equipment
- cheese grater optional
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe plantains
- ½ cup Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt to taste
- Cotija cheese, Feta, Queso fresco or mozzarella grated, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cut off the ends of the plantain. To peel the plantain, score the skin lengthwise without damaging the flesh. Then remove the peel with your hands.
- Cut the plantain into diagonal slices of about ½-inch in thickness.
- Preheat a large pan to medium heat. Add oil. Transfer slices to a large pan, and cover with enough vegetable oil to cover. Fry until plantain slices are golden-brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove onto a paper-towel-lined plate, sprinkle with salt.
- Serve platanos maduros immediately. Sprinkle with queso fresco or feta for a sweet-salty contrast, or grated queso fresco or mozzarella for a more gooey treat.
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Notes
Sweet fried plantains: Sprinkle these plantains after frying with cinnamon and sugar for a sweet treat
Tangy fried plantains: Drizzle them with salt and lime juice as a savory snack.
Nutrition
Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 436mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 1011IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.5mg