Plantains Prepared Two Ways
Are you signed up for our upcoming Global Table class featuring the tastes and smells of Costa Rica and Central America? Either way, Plantains are a favorite fruit of the people, and we want to share with you two of the more popular ways they are served. Enjoy!
Fried Ripe Plantains (Platano’s Maduros Fritos)
Ingredients:
- 3 large, very ripe plantains
- Avocado oil
- Butter
- Coconut sugar; Cinnamon (optional)
Directions:
- Peel plantains and slice into ½ inch rounds.
- Fry in half oil and half butter over medium heat until golden. Serve warm.
- To keep warm, sprinkle with coconut sugar and or cinnamon and place in a warm oven.
Patacones (Green Plantain Crisps)
Ingredients:
- 4 green plantains
- 1 t salt
- Avocado oil
Directions:
- Peel plantains and cut into 6-8 rounds. Fry in hot Avocado oil until golden.
- Place on cutting board and smash with glass or rolling pin. Sprinkle with salt, return to pan, and fry again until crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
- You can top it with black bean dip and cheese or avocado.
