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This Caribbean appetizer features Green plantains, peeled and. The flavors come together beautifully. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a starter before the main course. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Mariquitas De Plantanos (Green Plantain Chips
Description
This Caribbean appetizer features Green plantains, peeled and. The flavors come together beautifully. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a starter before the main course. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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cut into paper-thin slices Peanut or vegetable oil for -deep frying Salt to taste 1 ea
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Place the plantain slices -in a bowl,
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cover them with -cold water, and
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soak 30 minutes.
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(If you are frying right away, you do not need to soak in water.) 2.
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Drain the slices and pat dry with paper towels.
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In a frying pan or deep fryer over medium-high
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heat ,
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heat 2 to 3 inches of oil to 375 degrees, or until a
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slice of plantain sizzles when it touches the oil, and
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fry the plantain chips a handful at a time, turning them with a slotted spoon until they are golden brown and crisp.
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Do not
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fry too many chips at once, or the oil temperature will fall and the chips will be soggy rather than crisp.
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Drain on a paper-towel-lined platter, transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with salt, and serve hot
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 20.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 4.6g2%
- Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
- Sugars 2.4g
- Protein 0.9g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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