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Platanos Maduros

These Platanos Maduros are a staple Puerto Rican side dish, perfectly crisp and caramelized with tender insides!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course side
Cuisine Puerto Rican
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Ingredients
  

Plantains

  • 2 overly ripe black plantains, peeled and sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 tablespoons butter or oil
  • Salt optional garnish

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
  • Add plantains in a single layer and cook on each side for about 2-3 minutes until caramelized brown.
  • Transfer to a plate covered with newspaper or paper towels to drain for a minute or two, then serve.

Notes

A pinch of salt enhances the flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat in a skillet, microwave, or oven until warmed through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword authentic recipes, Fried Sweet Plantains, plantain recipe, Platanos Maduros, Puerto Rican side dish, sweet plantains
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