Fried Plantains (Plátano Frito)
May 1, 2026
A classic Latin American dish made with ripe or green plantains, fried until golden and crispy or caramelized. Served as a snack, side dish, or dessert.
- Prep 10min
- Cook 10min
- Total 20min
- Yield 4 servings
Ingredients
- 3 ripe plantains (for sweet version) or green plantains (for savory version)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Salt to taste (for savory version)
- Optional: sugar, honey, or condensed milk (for sweet version)
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into slices. For sweet plantains, cut diagonally into thick pieces; for savory, slice into thin rounds or strips.
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add the plantain pieces in batches, avoiding overcrowding.
- Fry for 3–5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Season with salt (savory) or drizzle with sugar, honey, or condensed milk (sweet).
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
This recipe is inspired by a passage from El Tercer País by Karina Sainz Borgo. It is AI-generated and shared for entertainment, culinary inspiration, and reading enjoyment. Please use your own judgment and experience when preparing it.