How Do You Make Fried Plantains For Kwanzaa?
There are many variations of fried plantains that can be prepared for your Kwanzaa meal. It is this variety that allows fried plantains to be eaten with your meal, or as a sweet dessert or savory snack. As delicious as they are, you need not wait for Kwanzaa–you can easily make them all year round! Peel and thinly slice the plantains lengthwise. Preheat the skillet filled with 1 inch of Canola or vegetable oil until hot, but not smoking. Fry plantains until they a nice golden brown color, and then flip to other side. This should take about 2 or 3 minutes in total, but let your eyes be the judge. Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess oil, then season with salt and pepper. Makes about 6 to 8 servings. Peel and slice plantains into thin, lengthwise pieces. Heat up 4 tbsp. of the butter over a medium-low heat and then fry plantains until they are golden brown on both sides. Add in the sugar, cinnamon and vanilla extract and let plantains cook in sauce until the
