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Fried Plantains
Plantains are an abundant Food in Costa Rica this great recipe takes advantage of them. Fried Plantains

Ingredients:

4 ripe black-skinned plantains, peeled, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick pieces or cut them in halves and then lengthwise.

5 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil

Salt to taste

 
Directions

Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Working in batches fry plantains until golden brown, turning often, about 4 minutes. Transfer plantains to paper towel to drain with a slotted spoon.

Note: Fried plantains are often cooked with sugar. If you want to use sugar, then sprinkle sugar on the plantains before frying.