How to make Fried plantains

ripe plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: bananas

Zucchini offers a lower-calorie option while bananas provide a similar sweetness.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is considered healthier.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Select ripe plantains that are dark in color for sweetness.

Slice the plantains at an angle after peeling them.

Check if the oil is ready by placing one piece of plantain in; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.

Carefully place the sliced plantains into the hot oil without disturbing them to allow a crust to form.

Wait for the plantains to develop a golden brown color before flipping them over.

Turn the plantains over carefully to avoid splashing hot oil.

Remove the fried plantains and place them on a cooling rack to keep them crispy.

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