Sweet and Savory Fried Plantains

Name: Sweet and Savory Fried Plantains
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 large yellow plantain, peeled; 0.125 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 0.5 teaspoon reduced-fat margarine (such as Smart Balance®); 0.125 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon agave nectar; 0.33333334326744 teaspoon light brown sugar; 1 pinch ground cinnamon, or more to taste

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Fried plantains are a traditional treat in many parts of the world. Try them once and you'll be hooked. Yellow (ripe) work best. Serve this as a sweet and savory side dish to a meal, as a dessert, or as a snack. They are also delicious atop a dark, leafy, and green spinach or kale salad with goat cheese.

Recipe by Donna Munaco

Published on March 5, 2020

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

10 mins

Servings:

3

Yield:

3 servings

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Ingredients

1 large yellow plantain, peeled
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon canola oil
½ teaspoon reduced-fat margarine (such as Smart Balance®)
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon agave nectar
⅓ teaspoon light brown sugar
1 pinch ground cinnamon, or more to taste (Optional)

Directions

Cut plantain into three sections. Quarter each section so you have twelve pieces. Season plantain pieces with garlic powder.
Heat oil and margarine together in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook plantains in hot oil until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side; season with black pepper and continue to cook until slightly darker in color, 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove skillet from heat and drizzle agave syrup over the plantain pieces. Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon over the plantains.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

166	Calories
5g	Fat
32g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 166
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g	7%
Saturated Fat 1g	3%
Sodium 11mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32g	12%
Dietary Fiber 2g	9%
Total Sugars 16g
Protein 1g
Vitamin C 17mg	85%
Calcium 7mg	1%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 462mg	10%

* 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.