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Ingredients
- 3 c. Water
- 3 x Green plantains, peeled and cut diagonally, 1 inch thick slices
- 3 x Cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tsp Salt Vegetable oil for deep frying
Directions
- In large bowl, combine water, plantains, garlic and 2 3/4 tsp. salt.
- Let stand 15 min.
- Drain plantains well, reserving liquid. Dry plantains on paper towels.
- In large skillet, heat 1/2" oil till deep-fat thermometer registers 375 degrees. Add in plantains and fry 7 min. Drain plantains on paper towels.
- When cold sufficient to handle, use palm of hand to flatten plantains to 1/4" thickness. Dip plantains in reserved liquid and dry on paper towels.
- Refry plantains in warm oil till crisp and golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- Lightly sprinkle remaining 1/4 tsp. salt over plantains and serve warm.
- NOTES : A staple of the Hispanic diet, the starchy green bananas known as plantains are often deep-fried and served as an appetizer.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 180g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 73 | |
| Calories from Fat 2 | 3% |
| Total Fat 0.22g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.08g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1170mg | 49% |
| Potassium 296mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs 18.98g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 5% |
| Sugars 8.74g | 6% |
| Protein 0.84g | 1% |
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