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Fried Green Plantains

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Fried Green Plantains

Fried Green Plantains

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Equipment

  • - Deep fryer: A specialized appliance to precisely control temperature and oil level during frying.

  • - Cutting board: Sturdy surface for safe ingredient preparation.

  • - Sharp knife or peeler: Skillfully peel green plantains without excess waste.

  • - Mixing bowl: Useful for mixing various food items.

  • - Measuring cups and spoons: Accurately measure sugar, spices, etc.

  • - Food thermometer: Optional tool for ensuring proper cooking temperature of plantains.

  • - Oil dispenser (e.g., oil mister): Efficiently apply minimal oil to plantain cuts before frying.

  • - Wire skimmer or slotted spoon: Remove fried plantains from hot oil safely and effectively.

  • - Plate or serving tray: Present the dish attractively post-cooking.

Ingredients

  • 2 pound large unripe (green) plantains (about 3)

  • About 2 cups vegetable oil

  • 2 cups warm water

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Cut ends from each plantain with a sharp small knife, then cut a lengthwise slit through peel. Cut plantains crosswise into 1-inch-thick pieces and, beginning at slit, pry off peel.
2

Instruction 2

Heat 1/2 inch oil in a deep 10- to 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until just hot enough to sizzle when a piece of plantain is added. Fry plantains in 2 batches, turning occasionally with tongs, until tender and just golden, 5 to 7 minutes per batch. Transfer plantains to paper towels to drain, reserving oil in skillet.
3

Instruction 3

Flatten each plantain to 1/4 inch thick with a tostone press or bottom of a heavy saucepan.
4

Instruction 4

Stir together warm water and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Heat reserved oil over medium heat until it shimmers. Dip a flattened plantain in salted water and gently place, without patting dry, in hot oil. (Plantains will not spatter.) Repeat with several more pieces and fry plantains (without crowding) in 4 or 5 batches, turning occasionally, until golden, about 3 minutes per batch. Transfer with tongs to clean paper towels to drain. Season with salt and serve immediately.
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