Go Back
–+ servings
Plantains

Perfectly Cooked Plantains: 3 Easy Ways to Enjoy Deliciousness

Discover the versatility of plantains with these three delicious cooking methods, perfect for every ripeness.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Plantain Ingredients
  • 3 pieces Green Plantains Perfect for tostones or mashes.
  • 3 pieces Semi-Ripe Plantains Ideal for frying or grilling.
  • 3 pieces Ripe Plantains Great for caramelized dishes.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Optional, to enhance flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Optional, for added warmth.

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for How to Cook Plantains
  1. Step 1: Choose plantains based on ripeness for your desired dish.
  2. Step 2: Prepare green plantains by slicing off ends, cutting lengthwise, and peeling.
  3. Step 3: Cook green plantains in hot oil for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
  4. Step 4: Prepare semi-ripe plantains by cutting off ends and peeling, then cut thicker slices.
  5. Step 5: Cook semi-ripe plantains in a skillet with oil for 4-5 minutes until caramelized.
  6. Step 6: Prepare ripe plantains by cutting off ends and peeling, slice as preferred.
  7. Step 7: Cook ripe plantains in hot oil for 5-7 minutes or bake at 400°F for 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1120IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Store unripe plantains at room temperature, ripe ones in the fridge, or freeze cooked ones for up to 2 months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!