Name: US Virgin Island-Style Fried Plantains
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US Virgin Islands
Ingredients: 2.00 ripe plantains peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices; 0.25 cup vegetable oil; 0.50 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 0.25 teaspoon ground allspice; 0.50 teaspoon salt; 0.25 cup brown sugar

US Virgin Island-Style Fried Plantains

Deliciously sweet and savory fried plantains with a unique US Virgin Island twist!

Preparation time: 15 Minutes

Cooking time: 30 Minutes

Total duration: 45 Minutes

calories: 250, fat: 13g, saturated fat: 1.5g, cholesterol: 0mg, sodium: 220mg, carbohydrates: 33g, fiber: 3g, sugar: 17g, protein: 2g

These fried plantains are a US Virgin Island classic. Sweet and savory, they make a great side dish or snack. The unique flavor of the plantains is complemented by the subtle spices to create a delicious dish that is sure to be a hit.

Ingredients

2 ripe plantains peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
0.25 cup vegetable oil
0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
0.25 teaspoon ground allspice
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 cup brown sugar

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short description

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
Add the plantain slices and fry for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally
Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, salt, and brown sugar and stir to combine
Continue to fry for an additional 25 minutes, stirring occasionally
Remove from heat and serve warm

detailed description

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot enough that a drop of water sizzles when added to the pan.
Add the plantain slices and fry for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The plantains should be golden brown and slightly crispy.
Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, salt, and brown sugar and stir to combine. The spices should be evenly distributed throughout the plantains.
Continue to fry for an additional 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. The plantains should be golden brown and very crispy.
Remove from heat and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious US Virgin Island-Style Fried Plantains!

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