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Sweet & Crispy Fried Plantains!

Sweet & Crispy Fried Plantains!

Enjoy sweet and crispy fried plantains, lightly coated in cinnamon and flour, perfect with a squeeze of lime.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium yellow plantains, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • 1 ½ – 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • Coarse or flaky sea salt
  • Fresh lime wedges, optional
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Peel the plantains by making a shallow cut lengthwise through the skin and peeling it away.
  • Slice the peeled plantains into ¼-inch thick rounds.
  • Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add half of the coconut oil.
  • Carefully place plantain rounds into the hot skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
  • Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  • Remove fried plantains to a plate and sprinkle generously with coarse sea salt.
  • Serve immediately with optional fresh lime wedges.

Notes

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.