Plantain Chips
Homemade plantain chips are a crunchy and addictive snack made from thinly sliced plantains fried to golden perfection. Whether using green or ripe plantains, a sprinkle of salt or additional seasonings enhances their delightful taste.
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Ingredients
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2-3green or ripe plantains
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Vegetable oil
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Salt Adjust to taste
Instructions
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Use a knife to cut off the ends of the plantains carefully, then make a lengthwise slit along the ridges of the plantains.Remove the peel and discard.
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Using a sharp knife or a slicer, slice the plantains into thin, uniform rounds or strips. You can adjust the thickness to your preference, but thinner slices will cook faster and be crispier.
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Heat enough vegetable oil to submerge the plantain slices in a deep frying pan or a pot. Heat the oil to around 350-375°F (175-190°C).
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Add a batch of plantain slices to the hot oil carefully, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy, usually about 2-3 minutes per side for green plantains and 1-2 minutes for ripe plantains.
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Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
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Sprinkle them with salt to taste while the plantain chips are still hot. Add other seasonings like chilli powder, garlic powder, or paprika for extra flavour.
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Continue frying the remaining plantain slices in batches until they are all crispy and golden brown.
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Allow the plantain chips to cool completely before serving. Enjoy your homemade plantain chips as a delicious snack!
Notes
Experiment with different seasonings to customize the flavour. Caution is advised when working with hot oil. Enjoy the irresistible crunch of freshly made plantain chips!
