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Colombian Platanos Maduros Fritos Recipe - Fried Ripe Sweet Plantains
5 from 104 votes

Colombian Platanos Maduros Fritos Recipe - Fried Ripe Sweet Plantains

These Colombian Platanos Maduros Fritos are ripe sweet plantains sliced diagonally and fried until golden with a tender inside and caramelized edges. The recipe highlights the natural sweetness of ripe plantains complemented by a touch of salt and optional sprinkling of cheeses like cotija or mozzarella for a sweet-salty contrast. This preparation brings out a soft, rich texture and is perfect as a side dish or snack.

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

Ingredients

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

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. Cut the plantain into diagonal slices of about ½-inch in thickness.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.

Notes

  • For a sweet variation, sprinkle fried plantains with cinnamon and sugar while still warm.
  • For a savory touch, drizzle with salt and fresh lime juice to balance the sweetness.
  • Use a cheese like cotija, feta, queso fresco, or mozzarella for garnishing to add contrast and creaminess.

Nutrition Information

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 109

% 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%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.