Easy
Nicaraguan
Maduros Fritos
Fried ripe plantains, sweet and caramelized, served as a side or dessert.
20
Total Minutes
4
Servings
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Cooking Times
10 min
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
Ingredients (3 items)
3.00
Ripe plantains
yellow, peeled
2.00 cups
Vegetable oil
for frying
1.00 tbsp
Sugar
optional
Instructions (5 steps)
1
Slice plantains into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
5 minutes
2
Heat oil to 350°F in a skillet.
5 minutes
3
Fry plantains until golden and caramelized, about 3 minutes per side.
6 minutes
4
Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with sugar if desired.
5
Serve warm.