MELINA'S ISLAND CARIBE PLANTAINS--THE RECIPE THAT BLEW CARLINA'S MIND!

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

fresh cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley offers a similar fresh flavor and is often more accessible.

Cut off the ends of the plantains.

Slice the plantains into thick circles.

Heat a frying pan on medium to medium-high heat.

Add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan.

Add the sliced plantains to the pan.

Cook the plantains until they are golden brown, about 30 seconds on each side.

Remove the plantains from the pan and set aside.

Add mango and pineapple to the plantains before plating.

Cooking Techniques

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