Crispy Fried Plantains

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-01 · Updated 2026-04-01

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Golden, crunchy plantains with a sweet and savory glaze, perfect as a side or dessert with a scoop of ice cream. This Mexican recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs Plantains, Butter, Brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Latin cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pcs (ripe) Plantains
2 tbsp Butter
2 tbsp Brown sugar
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1 scoop Vanilla ice cream

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel plantains and slice into 1/4-inch rounds. Toss with 1 tbsp butter and 1/4 tsp cinnamon. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden.
Step 2: In a small saucepan, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and 1/4 tsp cinnamon, stirring until melted and glossy. Remove from heat and drizzle over the plantains.
Step 3: Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, allowing the glaze to melt slightly for a creamy contrast.