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Bacon Wrapped Plantains

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  • Prep 15 min
  • Total 30 min
  • Ingredients 4
  • Servings 6
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I grew up on the sweet goodness of platanitos fritos. They make any meal feel like a little slice of my Cuban family. But wrapping plantains in bacon just takes the traditional side dish to a whole new level! Whether for a party or nice dinner date, make bacon wrapped plantains! Perfect for a bite-sized appetizer, this recipe will sure be a hit for adults and kids alike.
by Vanessa Bell
Updated Sep 10, 2015
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Ingredients

  • 2 yellow plantains
  • 1 lb bacon, thick cut
  • Vegetable or canola oil
  • Toothpicks

Directions

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    1
    Peel and cut plantains in a bias, as if you were making platanitos fritos.
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    2
    Coat a medium saucepan with roughly one inch of oil. Heat oil on medium heat.
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    3
    Using a slice of bacon, completely wrap a piece of plantain. Make sure to overlap the bacon slightly, so to keep the wrap together while cooking. Place a toothpick through the bacon wrapping and plantain to ensure it stays together while frying.
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    4
    Fry the bacon-wrapped plantains evenly on all sides until browned.
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    5
    Remove from heat and allow cooling slightly before serving.

Expert Tips

  • tip 1
    Make sure to complete all your prepping before beginning to fry. The plantains will cook quickly.

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More About This Recipe

  • I grew up on the sweet goodness of platanitos fritos. They make any meal feel like a little slice of my Cuban family. But wrapping plantains in bacon just takes the traditional side dish to a whole new level! Whether for a party or nice dinner date, make bacon wrapped plantains! Perfect for a bite-sized appetizer, this recipe will sure be a hit for adults and kids alike.
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