Twice Fried Plantains

When we made Arroz con Pollo I insisted on some fried plantains as well.  Now, it turns out that finding plantains on Long Island is not easy.  We went to three separate stores until we found plantains hidden behind some bananas.  Thankfully, we have a Whole Foods now.  Meaning we can find overpriced plantains very easily should the need arise.

The recipe calls for smashing the plantains.  If this is too difficult (and it was for us) feel free to utlize a food processor.

Ingredients

1. 1/4 cup cooking oil
2. 4 green plantains
3. 2 teaspoon salt
4. 4 cloves garlic
5. 4 Lime Wedges 

Directions

1. In a large, deep frying pan, heat the oil over moderately high heat. Skin and chop the plantains.  Fry the plantain rounds until they are golden brown.  Remove browned plantains from heat.
2. Smash the fried plantains and garlic together in a bowl.  If the mixture is too dry, add some oil.
3. Form the plantain/garlic mixture into patties and fry again.  Remove from heat when the patties are caramelized on both sides.  Serve with lime wedges (or hot sauce!).