chifles - fried plantain chips

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Updated on Aug 6, 2014

A popular snack in South America. Use yellow-green plantains, not the very ripe yellow-black ones. Serve with guacamole or just eat them!

prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Deep Fry
yield 2 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 - green-yellow plantains
  • - vegetable oil for frying
  • - salt to taste

How To Make chifles - fried plantain chips

  • Step 1
    Cut off both ends of the plantains, and remove peel/skin. You may need to slice the peel open lengthwise with a knife. Work carefully because plantains can stain skin and clothes.
  • Step 2
    Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice plantains crosswise into very thin slices. about 1-2 mm.
  • Step 3
    Heat 1-2 inches of oil in a saucepan on medium-high heat.
  • Step 4
    When the oil is hot (about 360 degrees), fry several slices of plantain at a time until golden, 2-3 minutes.
  • Step 5
    Remove and drain on paper towels. Season with salt to taste.

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