Recipe for cooking plantain chips
Recipes from Peru, Brazil and South America :: South American Side Dishes
If sliced thinly, these are crispy chips. If thickly sliced, they have a creamy center and make a delicious vegetable side dish. 3 large green plantains, pared
and very thinly sliced
Canola (or other vegetable) oil
Salt Cover plantain slices with ice water. Let stand 1/2 an hour; drain. Pat dry. Heat 1 to 1 1/2 in. oil to 375 degrees fahrenheit. Fry 12 to 14 plantain slices at a time, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 2 mins. Remove with slotted spoon. Drain; sprinkle and distribute with salt.
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