Sweet fried plantains are the simplest way to bring a little golden warmth to the table. Use plantains that are ripe but still firm enough to slice cleanly.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe plantains, peeled
- 2 tbsp neutral oil
- A pinch of salt
- Lime wedges, to serve (optional)
Method
- Cut the plantains into 1 cm rounds on a slight diagonal.
- Heat the oil in a wide pan over medium heat.
- Fry the plantain rounds in a single layer for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and caramelised at the edges.
- Drain on a plate lined with paper towel. Sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Serve warm, with lime wedges if you like.
A note from the kitchen
Do not crowd the pan. If the plantains steam instead of brown, the edges will stay soft rather than caramelise.