Go Back
+ servings

Mariquitas (Plantain Chips)

3 from 2 votes
Print Pin
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Cuban, Hispanic
Keyword: Chips, Mariquitas, Plantain Chips, Plantains
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people

Equipment

  • Mandolin (see below)
  • Fryer (see below)

Ingredients

  • 4 Green Plantains Platano verde
  • Salt
  • Oil

Instructions

  • Heat up oil over the stove or in a deep fryer to 375°F.
  • Meanwhile, using a mandoline or a knife, cut the plantains into long thin strips.
  • Add the plantain strips into the hot oil and cook for about 1 minute and 30-45 seconds, or into the strips become gold and crunchy. You may add as many strips as you can into the fryer, just becareful not to overcrowd the oil so you can get a nice even crisp.
  • Once done, place on a plate lined with paper towel and sprinkle with salt. Enjoy!

Notes

Tried this recipe?Make sure to post and tag @ForTheLoveOfSazon on Instagram & #ForTheLoveOfSazon!