Fried Plantains with Cornmeal

Enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of this delicious Fried Plantains with Cornmeal dish. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick snack or side dish.

Cooking Equipment:

Skillet, Spatula, Knife, Cutting Board

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

Total Time:

20 minutes

Cuisine:

Latin American

Keywords:

Fried Plantains, Cornmeal, Snack, Side Dish

Meal:

Snack/Side Dish

Cooking Method:

Frying

Dietary Restrictions:

Vegetarian

Servings:

Ingredients:

1 ripe plantain, peeled and sliced into 1/2 inch thick slices

2 tablespoons of cornmeal

2 tablespoons of vegetable oil

Salt to taste

Cooking Instructions:

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add the plantain slices to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Sprinkle the cornmeal over the plantain slices and season with salt to taste.

Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the cornmeal is lightly browned and crispy.

Remove from heat and serve warm.

Nutrition:

Calories – 300; Fat – 10g; Carbohydrates – 50g; Protein – 5g

This easy-to-make Fried Plantains with Cornmeal dish is a delicious snack or side dish that can be prepared in just 20 minutes! The sweet and savory flavors of this Latin American dish will be sure to please everyone at your table!

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Did You Know?

The Northeastern region is also known for its use of palm oil, which is commonly used in dishes like acarajé.