Toasted Plantain Chips with Mojo Garlic Dip

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Crunchy homemade plantain chips toasted to golden perfection, served with a zesty garlic mojo sauce perfect for snacking or appetizers. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, turns green plantains, olive oil, salt 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 180 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss 2 large peeled and thinly sliced green plantains with 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp salt until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Spread the plantain slices in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  3. Step 3: While chips bake, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 5 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
  4. Step 4: Remove the plantain chips from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve immediately with the mojo garlic dip on the side for dipping.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Toasted Plantain Chips with Mojo Garlic Dip take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Toasted Plantain Chips with Mojo Garlic Dip?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.

Can I substitute ingredients in Toasted Plantain Chips with Mojo Garlic Dip?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Toasted Plantain Chips with Mojo Garlic Dip for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Toasted Plantain Chips with Mojo Garlic Dip?

Caribbean snacks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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