Maduros with Mint Mojo (Fried Ripe Plantains with Garlic and Mint Sauce) Recipe

Name: Maduros with Mint Mojo (Fried Ripe Plantains with Garlic and Mint Sauce) Recipe
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 cup light olive, canola, or vegetable oil; 2 large ripe (black, see note) plantains, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch disks on a slight bias; Kosher salt; 1 recipe Mint Mojo or Colombian-Style Ají

Ripe plantains are slow-fried in oil until deeply caramelized and sweet. They get served with an herbal mint and parsley mojo sauce that brings a bright, acidic element to the sweet-and-savory snack.

Note: Ripe plantains will be completely black—almost to the degree that you think you need to throw them out.

The Vegan Experience: Maduros with Mint Mojo

Active: 15 mins

Total: 15 mins

Serves: 4 servings

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1 cup light olive, canola, or vegetable oil
2 large ripe (black, see note) plantains, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch disks on a slight bias
Kosher salt
1 recipe mint mojo or Colombian-style ají

Heat oil in skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the plantains in a single layer (the oil should come at least half way up their sides. If not, add more oil). Cook, shaking pan occasionally, until lightly golden brown on first side, about 2 minutes. Cook second side until light golden brown, about 1 minute longer. Reduce heat to low and continue cooking until dark golden brown and caramelized, about 4 minutes longer.
Transfer plantains to paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon or spatula. Flip a few times to drain completely, then season immediately with salt. Serve immediately with Mint Mojo or Ají on the side.

Special equipment

12-inch non-stick or cast iron skillet

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The Vegan Experience: Maduros with Mint Mojo

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
365	Calories
29g	Fat
30g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4
Amount per serving
Calories	365
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 29g	37%
Saturated Fat 3g	14%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 694mg	30%
Total Carbohydrate 30g	11%
Dietary Fiber 3g	11%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 2g
Vitamin C 124mg	622%
Calcium 27mg	2%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 510mg	11%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.