GARLICKY PLANTAINS

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You can do the first fry ahead of time, then soak the plantains in garlic water, dry, and hold at room temperature until closer to mealtime.

Provided by Sarah Kirnon

Categories     Bon Appétit     Side     Plantain     Garlic     Fry

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 garlic cloves, finely grated
1 cup vegetable oil, divided
3 large ripe plantains (about 2 1/2 pounds total), peeled, halved lengthwise, sliced crosswise on a diagonal into 3-inch pieces
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Combine garlic and 2 cups water in a medium bowl; set aside.
  • Heat 1/2 cup oil in a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-high. Working in 3 batches, fry plantains in a single layer, turning once, until tender and golden all over, about 5 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Pour out oil; discard. Reserve skillet.
  • Gently press down on plantains one at a time with the flat side of a chef's knife or wooden spoon to flatten slightly. Transfer to bowl with reserved garlic water and let soak 5 minutes.
  • Remove plantains from garlic water and pat dry with paper towels. Heat remaining 1/2 cup oil in reserved skillet over medium-high. Fry plantains again, turning once, until deep golden brown, 6-8 minutes. Transfer to fresh paper towels to drain; sprinkle with salt.

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