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    Home » Recipes » Side Dish

    Colombia Fried Plantains (Tajadas de Plantano)

    January 29, 2015 By Darlene at International Cuisine

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    This fried plantains recipe is super simple and yes another component of the Bandeja Paisa.  Made with ripe plantains these are a delicious addition to the plate. Colombians love their plantains! 

    Colombia fried PlantainsWhen you use ripe plantains for the fried plantains recipe the result is a lovely sweetness which is perfect as a side dish.

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    Colombia Fried Plantains (Tajadas de Plantano)

    Colombians love their plantains, you will see why!
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Colombia
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 344kcal
    Author International Cuisine

    Ingredients

    • 2 Large very ripe plantains
    • ½ cup vegetable oil

    Instructions

    • Peel the plantains and cut diagonal into about ½ inch thick slices.
    • In a large pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the plantain slices to the pan, keep in a single layer, and cook about 2 minutes on each side.
    • Remove the plantains with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
    • Serve warm.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 447mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 1009IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg

     

     

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    Filed Under: Colombia, Recipes, Side Dish, Vegetarian

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