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Homemade Plantain Chips

Homemade Plantain Chips

JC Phelps
These homemade plantain chips are crispy, salty, and the perfect snack for any occasion with your favorite dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine Carribean, Latin American
Servings 4
Calories 136 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 green plantains
  • ½ tsp. salt or to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • Cut off both ends of the plantains. Make a shallow slit down the peel and remove the skin.
  • Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the plantains into very thin rounds or lengthwise into very thin strips, depending on your preference.
  • Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot.
  • Working in batches, fry the plantains for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden and crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Transfer the chips to a paper towel-lined plate and immediately season with salt.
  • Let the chips cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Use green plantains for the crispiest chips.
  • Slice the plantains as evenly as possible for consistent cooking.
  • Keep the oil at 350°F for a crisp, golden finish.
  • Season the chips immediately after frying while they're still hot.
  • Fry in small batches to prevent the oil temperature from dropping.

Nutrition

Calories: 136kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 241mgPotassium: 386mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Homemade Plantain Chips
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