CRISPY Plantain Chips Recipe (Homemade) | Chips de Banane Plantains Croustillants

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being a healthier fat option.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

Peel the plantains and slice them into thin rounds.

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

Fry the plantain slices in batches until golden, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove the fried plantains and drain on paper towels.

Flatten each fried plantain slice using a flat surface or a tortilla press.

Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry again until crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side.

Remove the crispy plantain chips and drain on paper towels again.

Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, and paprika to taste.

Drizzle with lime juice before serving.

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