Colombian Platanos Maduros Fritos Recipe - Fried Ripe Sweet Plantains

Name: Colombian Platanos Maduros Fritos Recipe - Fried Ripe Sweet Plantains
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large ripe plantains; ½ cup vegetable oil; salt to taste; Cotija cheese, Feta, Queso fresco or mozzarella

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings
4 servings
Calories
109 kcal
Course
Side Dish, Breakfast
Cuisine
South American, Colombian

Colombian Platanos Maduros Fritos Recipe - Fried Ripe Sweet Plantains

Ethan Patterson

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Platanos maduros fritos are ripe sweet plantain slices, fried to perfection on the outside and tender in the middle. The ultimate Colombian breakfast side dish!

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Ingredients

Servings

2 large ripe plantains
½ cup vegetable oil for frying
salt to taste
Cotija cheese, Feta, Queso fresco or mozzarella grated, for serving (optional)

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Instructions

Cut off the ends of the plantain. To peel the plantain, score the skin lengthwise without damaging the flesh. Then remove the peel with your hands.
Cut the plantain into diagonal slices of about ½-inch in thickness.
Preheat a large pan to medium heat. Add oil. Transfer slices to a large pan, and cover with enough vegetable oil to cover. Fry until plantain slices are golden-brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove onto a paper-towel-lined plate, sprinkle with salt.
Serve platanos maduros immediately. Sprinkle with queso fresco or feta for a sweet-salty contrast, or grated queso fresco or mozzarella for a more gooey treat.

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Notes

Sweet fried plantains: Sprinkle these plantains after frying with cinnamon and sugar for a sweet treat
Tangy fried plantains: Drizzle them with salt and lime juice as a savory snack.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 109kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 0.3g (0%) Sodium 4mg (0%) Potassium 436mg (12%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin A 1011IU (20%) Vitamin C 16mg (18%) Calcium 3mg (0%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 109 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	109kcal	5%
Carbohydrates	29g	10%
Protein	1g	2%
Fat	0.3g	0%
Sodium	4mg	0%
Potassium	436mg	9%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	16g	32%
Vitamin A	1011IU	20%
Vitamin C	16mg	18%
Calcium	3mg	0%
Iron	0.5mg	3%