Fried Plantains (liberian Style Fried Plantains)

Fried plantains are a popular dish in Liberian cuisine, known for their sweet and savory flavor. This recipe will guide you through making delicious Liberian-style fried plantains at home.

Fried Plantains (liberian Style Fried Plantains)

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe plantains
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel the plantains and cut them into diagonal slices.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  3. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the plantain slices into the pan.
  4. Fry the plantains for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown.
  5. Remove the fried plantains from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  6. Sprinkle with salt to taste and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
20 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
196kcal
Carbohydrates
53g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
27g
Fat
0g
Protein
1g

Supplies

Frying pan Spatula Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the fried plantains as a side dish or appetizer with a sprinkle of chili powder for an extra kick.

Tips & tricks

Make sure the plantains are ripe but not overly soft for the best results.

Cost

$3