Plantain Chips with Mojo Garlic Dipping Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

Thinly sliced fried plantain chips served with a tangy, garlicky mojo sauce perfect for snacking or appetizers. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, turns green plantains, vegetable oil for frying, garlic cloves, minced into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. 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.

Ingredients

• 2 large green plantains
• 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp orange juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel 2 large green plantains and slice them thinly (about 1/8 inch) using a mandoline or sharp knife.
2. Step 2: Heat 3 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F. Fry plantain slices in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt while hot.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 5 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp orange juice, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro until well combined.
4. Step 4: Serve the plantain chips with mojo garlic dipping sauce on the side for dipping.