Cooked Plantain Bananas

Transform your kitchen into a tropical paradise with this quick and versatile recipe for Cooked Plantain Bananas, a dish that can be tailored to suit both sweet and savory cravings. Featuring just a handful of simple ingredients—ripe plantains, butter, and optional seasonings like brown sugar, cinnamon, or a pinch of salt—this dish is perfect as a side, snack, or indulgent dessert. Sliced and pan-fried to golden caramelized perfection in under 15 minutes, these plantains boast a lush, tender texture and vibrant flavor that pairs beautifully with a variety of meals. Whether you prefer a touch of sweetness with a cinnamon glaze or a hint of savory saltiness, this recipe showcases the incredible versatility of ripe plantains while keeping preparation effortless. Serve them warm and watch them disappear in no time! Keywords: cooked plantain bananas, caramelized plantains, sweet plantains, savory plantains, easy plantain recipe, tropical side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces ripe plantains
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 teaspoons salt (optional, for savory version)
• 1 tablespoons brown sugar (optional, for sweet version)
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional, for sweet version)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the plantains by cutting off both ends and carefully slicing through the skin lengthwise without damaging the flesh. Discard the peels.

Step 2

Cut the plantains into 1/2-inch thick diagonal slices or rounds.

Step 3

In a large non-stick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the plantain slices to the skillet in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown.

Step 5

Flip the plantain slices gently using a spatula and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side until evenly golden and caramelized.

Step 6

For the savory version: Sprinkle salt over the plantains while they are cooking.

Step 7

For the sweet version: Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon over the plantains while they are cooking, allowing the sugar to melt and form a light glaze.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the plantains from the skillet and transfer them to a serving plate.

Step 9

Serve the cooked plantains warm as a side dish, snack, or dessert, depending on your chosen seasoning.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(444.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	746.3

Total Fat 24.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 1267.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 72.7g
Protein 5.5g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 43.5mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 2023.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.3%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 70.0%