HOW TO MAKE MASHED PLANTAIN CHIPS/ FRIED PLANTAIN RECIPE./TAPÉ TAPÉ #mashedplantain, #carinefavour

plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide a similar texture and flavor with added nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds a rich flavor while being healthier.

salt

🥗Healthier: sea salt

💰Cheaper: table salt

Sea salt is less processed and adds a different flavor.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity with a different flavor profile.

Peel and slice plantains into thin rounds.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the plantain slices in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

Remove the fried plantains and drain on paper towels.

Mash the fried plantains gently with a fork or a masher.

Season the mashed plantains with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Form the mashed plantains into flat discs.

Return the discs to the hot oil and fry until crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove and drain on paper towels again.

Drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle with cayenne pepper and fresh herbs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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