DODO (FRIED PLANTAINS)
Fried, grilled, boiled, dehydrated and pulverized, sweet or savory, plantains are a staple of Nigerian cuisine. Dodo, as it is called in Yoruba, refers to fried sweet plantains. For the plantains to caramelize properly, use ripe plantains (the skin should be deep yellow and speckled with large black dots). If you can find only green plantains, you can seal them in a paper bag and let them ripen for 2 to 3 days. Cooking the plantains in hot oil brings out their caramelized sweetness, and a quick toss with pickled onions adds an acidic bite. Enjoy these sweet, tangy morsels on their own, or serve this dish alongside jollof, plain steamed rice, frejon or plain cooked beans.
Provided by Yewande Komolafe
Categories dinner, side dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut off the tips of each plantain. Use a sharp knife to create a slit in the skin along the length of each plantain, carefully making sure not to cut into the flesh. Remove and discard the skin by peeling it apart. Slice each plantain in half lengthwise, then cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Thinly slice one onion half, then transfer the slices to a medium bowl. Quarter the remaining onion half lengthwise, and pull the layers apart.
- In a large, deep skillet or sauté pan, pour 1/2 inch oil and heat over medium. When hot, add the larger onion pieces and fry, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove and discard the cooked onion.
- Working in batches to avoid crowding, fry the plantains, stirring halfway through, until browned and caramelized at the edges, 10 to 12 minutes per batch. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet.
- While the plantains are frying, toss the sliced onion with the lime juice, red-pepper flakes and a pinch of salt in a large bowl. Let marinate, at least 10 minutes.
- Toss the fried plantains in the bowl with the pickled onion mixture while still warm. Add the lime zest and season to taste with salt. Serve immediately.
FRIED SWEET PLANTAINS (PLATANOS MADUROS FRITOS)
This is a terrific Cuban side dish or, as we have them, just a snack. You can serve these with rice and beans and entrees of meat or fish. Plantains are becoming more available in grocery stores and they're really tasty!
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat; add the plantain slices and fry for about 4 minutes on each side, moving the slices with a spatula occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Remove the plantains from the skillet with a slotted spoon and let drain on paper towels.
- Transfer to a large, warm serving platter, sprinkle with lemon juice and salt and serve warm.
- *unripeplantains are green and hard, as they ripen they turn yellow and then get mottled with dark spots; Ripe plantains are sweet and soft and are brownish-black in color and resemble overripe bananas; To ripen a plantain, keep them in a warm place until they turn yellow, then brownish-black.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.8, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 87.2, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 20.3, Protein 1.9
FRIED PLANTAINS
One of the hardest things about making fried sweet plantains (maduros) is having the patience to ripen your plantains until they are mostly blackened. Treat them like bananas and throw them into a paper bag to ripen faster. As their skins turn from green to yellow to mostly black, plantains get less starchy and much sweeter, which is essential when preparing this classic Cuban dish.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Trim both ends of the plantains, then use a paring knife to make 3 lengthwise cuts through the skins (try to avoid cutting into the flesh). Space the cuts evenly apart across each plantain. Gently peel away the skins, using the cuts as guides. Slice the flesh on a slight bias into 3/4-inch pieces, for about 24 pieces total.
- Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, dip the edge of 1 plantain piece into the oil. It should immediately start to bubble vigorously. If not, allow the oil to heat up for another minute. If the oil is ready, carefully add half of the plantains in an even layer. Cook until browned in spots on the first side, about 2 minutes, then use a slotted metal spatula to flip. Cook on the second side until browned in spots, about 2 minutes.
- Flip the plantains again, immediately lower the heat to medium and continue to cook the plantains until they are very tender and deeply browned, 4 to 8 minutes, flipping every 2 minutes to ensure even cooking. The cooking time will depend on the ripeness of your plantains and some pieces may cook faster than others, but you can just remove them as they finish cooking.
- Transfer to a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Season generously with salt on both sides. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining plantains, adding more oil if needed to maintain 1/4 inch.
FRIED PLANTAINS
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Peel the plantains and cut them into 1/4 inch slices on the diagonal. In a large, heavy skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Saute the plantains until golden brown and soft, about 2 minutes per side.
FRIED PLANTAINS
Fried plantains are a traditional treat in many parts of the world. Try them once and you'll be hooked. Overly ripe plantains work best for this recipe.
Provided by Donna
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegan Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Preheat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium high heat.
- Peel the plantains and cut them in half. Slice the halves lengthwise into thin pieces.
- Fry the pieces until browned and tender. Drain excess oil on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1.8 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
FRIED PLANTAINS
Steps:
- Line a plate with paper towels and have ready. In a small bowl, combine the salt, chile powder, canela, and allspice; set aside. In a large, heavy pot, heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F on a deep-fat thermometer.
- Peel the plantains with a paring knife. With a mandoline or hand-held vegetable slicer, cut them lengthwise into paper-thin strips. Fry the plantains in batches, flipping them in the oil, until crisp and light brown, 30 seconds to 1 minute per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon to the prepared plate to drain.
- Transfer to a large bowl and toss with chile seasoning while still warm. The chips will keep stored airtight in a cool, dry place for 1 day.
HOW TO MAKE THE BEST FRIED PLANTAINS EVER
Yes,bacon grease.No,they aren't healthy(bacon grease)But they are the best damn fried plantains I've ever eaten(bacon grease!). The Bf made these one day and I was dubious-1 because he's not the best cook and 2 because of a former fat phobia I was wary of bacon grease...but these are amazing.I've been hooked ever since. The key to a great tasting fried plantain(other than bacon grease ;) is to cook them to a caramelized goodness without burning them too much.Green plantains can be tasty too,but for this recipe you want really,really ripe plantains.They should have more black than yellow ,or be all black.You don't want to cook these too fast either,so if they seem to be burning before they're cooked ,turn the heat down .At least 6 -8 minutes per batch.
Provided by strangelittlebeast
Categories Caribbean
Time 35m
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat bacon grease over medium -high heat in a heavy skillet.
- Meanwhile cut ends off of plantains,cut a slit in the skin and peel.Cut into strips lengthwise;you may cut each of these into halves if you like.Cut them thick-it will be hard to cut them thinly anyway if they are very ripe-about 1/4 inch thick is good.Don't worry if your pieces come out a little messy.The taste is more important!
- The oil is ready when it bubbles as soon as a piece of plantain is slid into it.Add plantain slices,cooking about 1 plantain at a time.When they begin to brown around the edges,turn them and cook until very dark.They should look almost burnt because the sugars in the plantains are caramelized.
- Remove to a plate lined with paper towels to drain .Sprinkle with salt or sugar if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.1, Fat 34.9, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 32.7, Sodium 58.8, Carbohydrate 57.1, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 26.9, Protein 2.3
FRIED PLANTAIN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
This isn't just any date night salad. Tayo kicks it up a notch by frying up sweet plantains to add crunch and an unexpected twist, then pairs them with peppery arugula, creamy avocado, salty pistachios, and a simple honey Dijon dressing to bring it all together.
Provided by Matt Ciampa
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Trim the ends of the plantain, then peel and slice on the bias into ½-inch (1.24) pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat about ⅛ inch (3 mm) canola oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the plantains and fry until golden brown, 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt.
- Remove all but 1 tablespoon of oil from the skillet. Add the onion and red bell pepper and cook until they are slightly softened, but still have some crunch, 3-4 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Make the honey dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon, and salt. While whisking, slowly drizzle in the oil until the dressing is emulsified.
- When ready to serve, divide the arugula between 2 bowls. Top with the sautéed peppers and onions, fried plantains, sliced avocado, green onions, pistachios, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 796 calories, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 59 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 30 grams
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