Fried Plantain (Dodo) Recipe
15 minsEasy3 servingsNigerian
Sweet ripe plantain slices fried until caramelised at the edges — ready in 15 minutes as a side, snack or breakfast.
Prep 5 mins · Cook 10 mins · Total 15 mins
Ingredients
- Ripe plantains (yellow with black spots) – 3
- Salt – 1 pinch
- Vegetable oil – for shallow frying
Equipment: Frying pan, Slotted spoon
Step-by-Step Instructions
Cooking mode · Step 1 of 425%
Peel and slice
Cut off the ends, slit the skin and peel. Slice diagonally about 1 cm thick.
Peel and slice
Cut off the ends, slit the skin and peel. Slice diagonally about 1 cm thick.
Season
Sprinkle lightly with salt.
Fry
Fry in hot oil for 2–3 minutes per side until deep golden.
Drain
Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Cooking Tips
- The riper the plantain, the sweeter — but also the faster it browns, so lower the heat slightly.
Substitutions
- Air-fry at 200°C for 12 minutes with a light spray of oil.
