Plantain Chips (Platanutres)

Plantain Chips (Platanutres)


1. Peel plantain, and diagonally cut into 1/8 inch slices.

2. Combine the water and salt in a large bowl, stirring until salt disolves; add plantain slices.

3. Cover and let stand 30 minutes.

4. Drain plantain slices well, and pat dry.

5. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet; add plantain slices and cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until tender, but not brown.

6. Drain well on paper towels.

7. Mash each plantain slice with the bottom of a glass cup.

8. Pour oil to depth of 2-inches; heat till good and hot.

9. Fry plantains, a few at a time, until golden brown; drain on paper towels.

10. Serve plantain chips with Plantain Dip.

11. Plantain Dip: Combine all ingredients in a jar; cover tightly, and shake vigorously.

12. Chill at least 2 hours.

13. Shake just before serving.

14. Yield: 1/2 cup.

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