Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 2 minutes or until oil sizzles rapidly when a plantain is added; in batches, if necessary, carefully add plantains and cook 4 minutes or until starting to brown, turning once. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 5 minutes or until insides are tender and outsides are golden brown, turning occasionally. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; sprinkle with salt. Makes about 16 maduros.

Tips & Tricks

Serve maduros with fried or scrambled eggs for breakfast, or with roasted chicken and refried black beans for dinner.

For a sweeter version, sprinkle maduros with sugar instead of salt.