Ingredients
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½ cup oil for frying
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1 ripe plantain, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds
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1 pinch salt
Directions
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Place a plate upside-down onto a work surface.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry plantain slices in the hot oil until slightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer plantain slices using a slotted spoon onto the upside-down plate, reserving oil in the skillet. Place a second plate, right-side up, onto the plantains. Smash the plantain slices by gently pressing the top plate into the bottom plate.
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Place smashed plantains in hot oil and fry until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer fried plantains to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle salt over plantains.
Editor's Note:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 105 | Calories |
| 4g | Fat |
| 19g | Carbs |
| 1g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 3 | |
| Calories 105 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 4g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 3% |
| Sodium 54mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate 19g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 9g | |
| Protein 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin C 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium 2mg | 0% |
| Iron 0mg | 2% |
| Potassium 298mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
