Oven fried plantains (maduros)

Baked plantains offer a tasty and healthy alternative to fried ones, that can easily complement a variety of meals. The sweetness of ripe plantains intensifies when baked, making them a flavorful addition to both savory and sweet dishes.

Ingredients

• Very ripe plantains (approximately one for each person, using really ripe yellow plantains—avoid mushy ones)

• Olive oil

• Salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Peel the plantains and slice them into pieces about 1/2 inch thick.

3. Coat the slices with olive oil and place them on a cookie sheet.

4. Sprinkle a little salt over the plantains.

5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, keeping a close eye on them to prevent burning.

6. Turn the plantains halfway through the cooking time.

7. Continue baking until they are golden brown on each side.

8. Remove from the oven, serve, and enjoy!