Fried Plantain
Looking for a healthy and affordable Costa Rican snack? These delicious fried plantains are naturally sweet and nutrient-dense. We use a small amount of coconut oil to keep the nutritional value high and the recipe budget-friendly. While many add sugar, we recommend skipping it to enjoy the natural, sun-ripened flavor. Whether you serve them as a colorful dessert topping or a simple side dish, these plantains are a staple of a healthy Costa Rican diet.
Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Low Salt, Vegan, Vegetarian
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 Ripe (black) plantains
- 1 tbsp Coconut Oil (enough to coat the bottom of the pan)
- 1 tsp Sugar (optional to increase sweetness)
Instructions
Preparation
- Add coconut oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Heat pan on medium (approximately setting 5).
- Peel and slice the plantain into desired shapes and sizes. We enjoy the bite-size round version, but long strips work better for certain desserts.
Cook
- Place the plantain pieces in the pan and fry approximately 4-8 minutes, or until the bottoms are bright yellow or slightly brown.
- Flip the pieces and fry another 3-6 minutes. If you prefer your plantains darker and crispier, flip again and fry for an addition 1-2 minutes.
- *OPTIONAL - Top with sugar and allow to carmelize
- Remove from the pan. Place the pieces on a plate, and let cool 3-5 minutes.
- Eat and enjoy!