# Snack

Patacones de Colombia (Fried Plantains)

Name: Patacones de Colombia (Fried Plantains)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 0.5 cup oil for frying; 1 ripe plantain, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds; 1 pinch salt

By Olivia Carter

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November 2, 2024

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This patacones de Colombia (fried plantains) recipe is pretty straightforward, quick, and easy, plantain slices are fried, smashed, and fried again.

Servings 3 People

Calories 105 Kcal

Prep Time 10 Minutes

Cook time 10 Minutes

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Ingredients

0.5 cup oil for frying
1 ripe plantain, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds
1 pinch salt

Instructions

Step 1

Place a plate upside-down onto a work surface.
Step 2

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Lower plantain slices carefully into the hot oil. Fry until slightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to the upside-down plate, using a slotted spoon, reserving oil in the skillet. Place a second plate, right-side up, onto plantains. Smash plantain slices by gently pressing top plate into bottom plate.
Step 3

Lower smashed plantains carefully into the hot oil. Fry until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain; sprinkle with salt.

Enjoy your meal!

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Hi, this is Olivia Carter, and I'm thrilled you're here! I founded This Healthy Table in 2015 to share my love for fresh, seasonal recipes and wholesome meals. My goal is to inspire you with delicious, nutritious dishes and vibrant international flavors. Thanks for stopping by—I can't wait for you to explore and enjoy!