How To Boil Haitian Green Plantains | Banann Bouyi

ripe plantains

🥗Healthier: green plantains

💰Cheaper: bananas

Green plantains are lower in sugar and can be more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being healthier.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with additional flavor.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: imitation vanilla

Vanilla bean enhances flavor without artificial additives.

Peel and slice the ripe plantains into diagonal pieces.

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

Add the plantain slices to the hot oil in a single layer.

Fry the plantains until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove the fried plantains and drain on paper towels.

Sprinkle with salt and lime juice while still warm.

In a bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.

Toss the fried plantains in the sugar mixture until evenly coated.

Serve warm as a side dish or snack.

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