PLANTAIN CHIPS (PLATANUTRES)

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Plantains are a member of the banana family and look like large bananas. They are hard and starchy when green, and are used much like a potato. They turn yellow, and then black, as they ripen. This is a yummy way to fix them! Prep time includes soaking time.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Caribbean

Time 50m

Yield 3 dozen, about

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large green plantain
1 quart water
1 tablespoon salt
vegetable oil
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sazon goya (try my homemade version)

Steps:

  • Peel plantain, and diagonally cut into 1/8 inch slices.
  • Combine the water and salt in a large bowl, stirring until salt disolves; add plantain slices.
  • Cover and let stand 30 minutes.
  • Drain plantain slices well, and pat dry.
  • Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet; add plantain slices and cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until tender, but not brown.
  • Drain well on paper towels.
  • Mash each plantain slice with the bottom of a glass cup.
  • Pour oil to depth of 2-inches; heat till good and hot.
  • Fry plantains, a few at a time, until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
  • Serve plantain chips with Plantain Dip.
  • Plantain Dip: Combine all ingredients in a jar; cover tightly, and shake vigorously.
  • Chill at least 2 hours.
  • Shake just before serving.
  • Yield: 1/2 cup.

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