Simply Fried Plantains

If you miss french fries, you'll love these!

If you don't know, plantains are not the same thing as bananas! In my opinion they are more like a potato than a banana. This makes them perfect for frying up and serving like a little pile of french fries. Therefore, these beauties are the perfect way to make any meal or snack a million times better. Fried plantains are delicious, indulgent, and oh so satisfying. They are also a healthy treat and super easy to make! So what are you waiting for? Get cooking, you love these tasty little slices.

I find that frying up half a plantain lightly in coconut oil is the perfect serving for one person. (Wrap up the other half and stick it in the fridge for another day!) Choose a plantain that is green or somewhat yellow. If you choose one that is completely black, its okay but its going to be pretty sweet and more like dessert than something savory.

Directions:

1. Slice half a plantain into 1/4 inch slices 
2. Heat about 1 tbs coconut oil in a pan
3. Add plantain slices to the coconut oil
4. Cook until golden brown
5. Flip
6. Cook until golden brown on the other side (may need to lower heat slightly so they don't burn)
7. Remove the plantain slices from oil
8. Sprinkle with sea salt
9. Eat warm