SMASHED PLANTAINS

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Plantains cannot be eaten raw like regular bananas. They are ripe when they are black and just starting to soften to the touch. If plantains are green allow them to ripen at least 10 days or put in a paper bag to speed up the process. This recipe is from Christine Cushing. Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 ripe plantains, peeled, cut on the diagonal into 1/4-inch slices
flour, for dredging
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In large skillet, heat oil on high. Lightly smash the slices of plantains using a large, flat meat tenderizer or a heavy-bottomed pot.
  • Dredge plantain slices in flour very lightly. Fry for 2 minutes per side or until golden.
  • Transfer to tray lined with paper towel to drain. Season the smashed plantains with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.6, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 3.6, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 13.4, Protein 1.2

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