Delicious Ways to Make Patacones De Colombia Fried Plantains at Home

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Patacones de colombia fried plantains –Hey y’all! Today we’re diving into a delicious and comforting recipe from Colombia that you absolutely can’t miss—Patacones de Colombia, also known as Fried Plantains. These crispy bites of joy are perfect as a snack or a side dish, and trust me, they’ll have everyone coming back for more. So, let’s roll up our sleeves and get cookin’!

Check out these crispy plantains!

These golden beauties are not only easy to make, but they’re also loaded with flavor. Just wait until you take that first crunchy bite; it’s pure heaven!

Patacones de Colombia (Fried Plantains)

Ingredients

  • 2 green plantains
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Salt, to taste
  • Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Start by peeling the green plantains. You can make a cut along the length of the plantain and then gently pull the peel away to make it easier.
  2. Slice each plantain into thick pieces, about 1-inch thick. This will give you those perfect little discs that will fry up beautifully.
  3. In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat. You want to get that oil nice and hot, so it sizzles when you drop in the plantain slices.
  4. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the plantain slices to the skillet. Fry them for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they turn a lovely golden brown.
  5. Remove the plantains from the oil and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Now for the fun part: flatten each fried plantain piece using a flat object, like a plate or a frying pan. Don’t smash them too hard; just enough to create a nice, even surface.
  6. Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry them again for another 2-3 minutes on each side until they are crispy and brown. This double-frying is the secret to that amazing crunch!
  7. Once they’re done, take them out and place them on a fresh paper towel to absorb any excess oil. Sprinkle a little salt on top while they’re still hot, just to get that flavor locked in.
  8. Serve these delicious patacones warm with lime wedges on the side if you like that little zest. They make an awesome side dish or a snack to share with friends and family!

There you have it, folks—simple and satisfying Patacones de Colombia. Enjoy them with your favorite dipping sauces or just plain! Happy cooking!