Fried Plantain With Spicy Mango Salsa
Fried Plantain with Spicy Mango Salsa is a popular dish in Saint Lucian cuisine, combining the sweetness of ripe plantains with the tangy and spicy flavors of mango salsa.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains
- 1 mango, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into diagonal slices.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the plantain slices until golden brown on both sides, then remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt to make the spicy mango salsa.
- Serve the fried plantain with the spicy mango salsa on the side.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 1g
Supplies
Frying pan Knife Cutting board Bowl
Tools
Tongs Paper towels
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy the Fried Plantain with Spicy Mango Salsa as an appetizer or side dish.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the plantains are ripe but not overly soft for the best texture when frying.
Cost
$8