Paleo Fried Plantains

Impress your friends with this Cuban staple, Fried Plantains, paleo style.

Ripe plantains, which look very similar to bananas, but have a different taste, have a delicate sweetness that pairs perfectly with the cinnamon and salt.

Using ghee with this recipe will give your plantains a sinful note that makes it taste buttery and decadent. Coconut oil adds a delicious hint of the sweetness of coconut that will add to the delicious flavor of the plantain. 
Be sure to keep an eye on the plantains while they are cooking, as they can burn easily.

Enjoy this tasty recipe!

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Paleo Fried Plantains

Course Appetizer, Lunch, Side Dish

Cuisine Paleo, Primal

Total Time 10 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 33 kcal

Ingredients

• 2 Ripe plantains
• 1 tbsp Ghee coconut oil
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp Sea salt

Instructions

1. Peel the plantains and cut them about 1 to 1 ½ inches thick, on a diagonal.
2. Add the ghee or coconut oil to a nonstick skillet and heat over medium hear. Be sure it coats the entire surface of the skillet, use more if needed.
3. Place the plantains in the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Use soft tongs or a soft spatula to flip.
4. Transfer to a serving plate.
5. Dust with cinnamon and sprinkle with sea salt.
6. Serve warm or cold

Nutrition Facts

Paleo Fried Plantains

Amount Per Serving

Calories 33 Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value*

Fat 3g5%

Saturated Fat 2g13%

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g

Monounsaturated Fat 1g

Cholesterol 9mg3%

Sodium 239mg10%

Carbohydrates 1g0%

Fiber 1g4%

Vitamin A 100IU2%

Calcium 30mg3%

Iron 0.5mg3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.