Fried plantains
Thank goodness for restaurants! Usually, when I eat something really tasty, and I look up how to make it, I come away thankful that there are so many people in this world who exchange their cooking expertise for money. (See: soup dumplings)
Sometimes, though, you catch a break, and your tasty dream dish can be made at home with virtually no effort.
I will order a dish based on it having a side of plantains, so why did it take me so long to try cooking them? Simple and tasty, this is sure to be a new regular side for me!
Fried Plantains
- 1/2 to 1 plantain (per person you want to serve)
- frying oil
- powdered sugar or grated queso blanco (optional)
Heat a large frying pan on high, filling with canola or other frying oil to a depth of 1/2 inch. Peel the plantains, and slice diagonally into rounds 1/4 to 1/2 inches thick.
Place the plantain pieces in the oil, taking care not to overfill the pan. When the edges are browned (2 to 3 minutes), turned the pieces over. Remove from the cooking oil when nicely browned on both sides (about 5 minutes) to a paper-towel lined plate.
Cook in batches, if necessary. Top with powdered sugar or grated queso blanco, if desired.
