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    Baked Plantain Fries

    Posted: Apr 4, 2017 ยท Updated: Apr 17, 2022

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    These crunchy, golden baked plantain fries are a great option to potato fries. Spicing them very lightly with turmeric and ground black pepper allows their natural deliciousness to shine through. You can also make these fat-free.Plantain fries in skillet with cheesy sauce and cilantro.

    If I could eatย with my eyes, I would gainย 20 poundsย just looking at these golden, crunchy baked plantain fries.

    Lucky for me, I didn't have to -- just eat with my eyes, I mean, or gain the 20 pounds. I could eat them hot out of the oven and not feel guilty at all because they are baked. Even better, I know plantains are great for me and packed with fiber, so weight gain, buh-bye.

     

    Plantain fries on baking sheet.Plantains, here in the United States, are often associated with Latin-American cuisine. But they are widely eaten in India as well. My momย would coat them in spices, dredge them in some sooji or cream of wheat, and pan-fry the plantains to golden perfection. I sometimes make roasted plantain chips to eat with dinner or for a snack. In south India, plantains are made into a tasty curry tossed with spices.

    Because plantains have a high starch content, they are perfect for roasting in the oven. The natural sugars in the plantains caramelize and turn the fries golden brown and crispy on the outside, while keeping them tender on the inside.

    Baked plantain fries in skillet.ย The delicious flavor of plantains is a great reason to chow down on them, but if you need others, there are many:

    -Plantains areย a great source of Vitamins A and C and potassium, making them very heart-friendly food. ย You could, in other words, "heart" plantains and really mean it!

    -They are packed with fiber, and therefore great for your digestive system.

    -They are a decent source of calcium,ย which keeps your teethย and bones healthy.

    And now for the recipe for these easy and tasty and golden and crunchy Baked Plantain Fries. Happy cooking!

    Baked plantain fries in skillet drizzled with cheezy sauce and cilantro.

     

     

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    • Air Fryer French Fries
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    Baked plantain fries

    Baked Plantain Fries

    These crunchy, golden baked plantain fries are a great option to potato fries. Spicing them very lightly with turmeric and ground black pepper allows their natural deliciousness to shine through. You can also make these fat-free.
    4.8 from 5 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Fusion
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Keyword: Baked Plantain Fries
    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 20 mins
    Total Time: 30 mins
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 34kcal
    Author: Vaishali ยท Holy Cow! Vegan Recipes

    Equipment

    • Large bowl
    • Baking sheet

    Ingredients 

    • 2 green or raw plantains , peeled and cut into sticks, like fries*
    • ยฝ teaspoon turmeric
    • ยฝ teaspoon paprika
    • ยฝ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ยฝ teaspoon sea salt or pink salt
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (To make these fat-free, toss with 2 tablespoon vegetable stock instead of oil. Your fries won't be as golden but will be delicious).
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    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
    • Place the plantain fries in a large bowl. Toss with the remaining ingredients.
    • Place the fries on a baking sheet, making sure they do not overlap.
    • Bake for 20 minutes, turning the chips over once halfway through baking.
    • Remove and serve hot. I serve these with some of my magic cheesy sauce and a sprinkling of chopped coriander leaves.

    Recipe notes

    *To prep the plantains, cut off both ends with a paring knife, then cut the plantains into three pieces. Run the paring knife once down the length of piece, making a cut deep enough to go through the skin but not the flesh. Grab a corner of the plantain skin with your fingers, and peel.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 34kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 291mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Hi! I am so happy you're here. I'm Vaishali, and I've been sharing recipes for delicious vegan food at Holy Cow Vegan since 2007. Every one of the more than 1,000 recipes on this blog has been tried and tested -- and loved -- by my family and I. I hope you will find something here to share with your loved ones. Thanks for stopping by!
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    1. Fontaine

      January 11, 2018 at 9:53 am

      5 stars
      I made these last night using 6 plantains. We had them with dinner and there were no leftovers. Weโ€™ll be eating more of these! Very good!

      Reply
      • Vaishali

        April 17, 2022 at 8:54 pm

        So happy to hear!

        Reply
    2. DebV

      April 19, 2017 at 8:23 pm

      5 stars
      I made these for dinner tonight and they were a huge hit with my family. Thank you for this easy and very tasty recipe.

      Reply
      • Vaishali

        April 19, 2017 at 9:55 pm

        Awesome, thanks for letting me know! So happy you enjoyed them. ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    3. Noodlehead

      April 04, 2017 at 10:31 am

      Wow! I regularly make a stir fry with plantains to go with my sambar rice but I would have never thought of making baked fries with them. This is brilliant. They look so, so good. I'll make these over the weekend. Thanks for sharing this.

      Reply
      • Vaishali

        April 05, 2017 at 1:25 pm

        Thanks! ๐Ÿ™‚ Hope you try.

        Reply

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