Yield: 4
Platanos Maduros (Fried Sweet Plantains)
These authentic Platanos Maduros (Fried Sweet Plantains) are a staple Puerto Rican side dish. They're perfectly crisp and caramelized along the outside, with deliciously tender and warm insides!
Ingredients
- 2 overly ripe, black plantains, peeled and sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 4 tablespoons butter, or oil
- **Salt, optional garnish
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Instructions
- In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
- Add plantains in a single layer (you will have to do multiple batches). Cook plantains on each side, for about 2-3 minutes, or until they reach a caramelized brown color.
- Transfer to a plate covered with newspaper (or paper towels) and allow to drain for a minute or two. Then serve!
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Notes
Salt: A little pinch of salt sprinkeld on top makes the flavors pop! Try them both ways to see which you prefer, with or without salt.
Storage: Store any leftover Maduros in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Reheat: The best way to reheat them is back into a skillet with a little butter if needed, in the microwave, or in the oven. You just want to heat them until they are warmed through again.
Nutrition
Serving: 1, Calories: 102kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 1.2g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 31mg, Sodium: 91mg, Fiber: 2.1g, Sugar: 13g