posted by Dona 07-24-98 8:40 AM
Deep-Fried Plantain Rounds
Recipe By : Big Flavors Of The Hot Sun by Chris Schlesinger
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Appetizers Big Flavors Of The Hot Sun
Caribbean Dips
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2 green plantains
2 cups vegetable oil
salt and pepper -- to taste
Peel plantains and cut into 2-inch rounds.
Heat the oil in a small saucepan until hot but not smoking. Drop the plantain rounds into the hot oil 3 or 4 at a time and cook until well browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and drain.
Set each fried plantain on a flat side, and using a rolling pin, frying pan, or whatever else you think will work, squash it as flat as you can. It should have a circular shape.
Return the flattened plantain sections to the hot oil 3 or 4 at a time and cook until the entire surface is golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove the plantains from the oil, drain, and season liberally with salt and pepper. Serve hot or at room temperature.