Haitian Style Fried Green Plantains (Bannann Peze Vèt)
Bannann Peze Vèt, or Haitian Style Fried Green Plantains, is a popular and delicious dish in Haitian cuisine. This recipe offers a savory and crispy way to enjoy green plantains as a side dish or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 green plantains
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Place the plantain slices in the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the fried plantains from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Sprinkle with salt to taste and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 0g
- Protein
- 1g
Supplies
Frying pan Spatula Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Bannann Peze Vèt as a side dish with rice and beans or alongside a main course. It can also be enjoyed as a snack with a side of pikliz (Haitian spicy slaw).
Tips & tricks
For best results, use green (unripe) plantains for a crispy texture.
Cost
$3