Fried Salvadorian Sweet Plantains

Name: Fried Salvadorian Sweet Plantains
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 large very ripe (black) plantains - peeled; 0.25 cup vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste

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El Salvador way of frying plantains for a sweet taste. Delicious plantain sticks.

Recipe by andrea

Published on June 18, 2020

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

2 large very ripe (black) plantains - peeled
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste (Optional)

Directions

Cut each plantain into two halves and each half into three strips.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Gently lay plantain strips into hot oil; drizzle vanilla extract over plantains and season with cinnamon. Place a cover on the skillet and cook the plantains until browned completely, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Transfer plantains to a plate lined with paper towel to drain; sprinkle sugar over the plantains.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

323	Calories
14g	Fat
51g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 323
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g	18%
Saturated Fat 2g	12%
Sodium 6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51g	19%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 27g
Protein 2g
Vitamin C 25mg	127%
Calcium 10mg	1%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 694mg	15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.