Sweet Carmelized 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.

Peel the plantains and slice them diagonally into thick pieces.

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

Add the sliced plantains to the hot oil in a single layer.

Fry the plantains for 2-3 minutes until golden brown on one side.

Flip the plantains and fry for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown on the other side.

Remove the fried plantains and drain on paper towels.

Sprinkle with salt and optional garlic powder and black pepper.

Serve warm with lime juice drizzled on top.

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