Baked Plantains - Sierra Leone Flavours
Baked Plantains from Sierra Leone are sliced raw plantains brushed with oil, seasoned lightly with salt, then baked until golden and lightly caramelized at the edges. The baking produces a tender inside and slightly crisp exterior, preserving the natural sweetness of plantains. This simple preparation offers a savory-sweet side dish or snack with minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
- 2 plantain
- vegetable oil for brushing
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to fan assisted 180C / 200C / 400F / gas 6.
- Peel the plantains and cut into slices on the diagonal.
- Brush both sides of the slices with oil and put on a lightly oiled, lined baking tray and sprinkle on some salt
- Bake for about 25 mins or until golden and the edges start turning brown. Make sure to turn the plantains at least once during baking.
- Serve whilst warm.