Mariquitas

Name: Mariquitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 2 green plantains, thinly sliced; 2 cups vegetable oil; 1 tsp fine sea salt; 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Thinly sliced green plantains fried until golden and crispy, salted and seasoned for a crisp savory snack.

25 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 green plantains, thinly sliced
2 cups vegetable oil
1 tsp fine sea salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

1

Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy pot to 350 degrees F.
2

Fry 2 thinly sliced green plantains in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes until crisp and light golden brown.
3

Remove chips with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
4

Season immediately with 1 tsp fine sea salt and 1/2 tsp garlic powder before serving.

Questions

How long does Mariquitas keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Mariquitas?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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