Loaded Arañitas are the perfect one-plate family dinner.
Author: Delish/Photo credits to delish.com
Recipe type: Appetizer
Ingredients
FOR THE ARAÑITAS
3 large green plantains, ends cut, peeled and sliced in half
Vegetable oil, or any other neutral oil
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Granulated garlic
Dried oregano
Serve alongside Coca-Cola®
FOR THE GARLICKY MAYO-KETCHUP:
2 tbsp. mayonnaise
2 tbsp. ketchup
1 clove garlic, finely shredded
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
FOR THE TOPPINGS
Favorite cooked protein, such as ground beef or shredded chicken
Cherry tomatoes, diced
Red onion, finely chopped
Frozen corn, thawed and drained
Pink or black beans (if from a can, drain and lightly season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder)
Avocado, diced
Queso fresco, crumbled
Jalapeño, sliced or chopped (optional)
Freshly chopped cilantro, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Using the large holes on box grater, grate plantains and transfer to a large bowl.
In a large skillet, heat about 1-1 ½ inches of oil between medium and medium-high. Test oil by adding a few strips of shredded plantain and frying them. (They should float as soon as they hit the oil. If they get dark too quickly, lower heat.)
Scoop ¼-½ cup of shredded plantain and use a metal spatula to gather and flatten into a ½ -inch patty. Carefully slide each patty into the oil with the help of a wooden spoon or fork. Working in batches (and being careful not to overcrowd the skillet), fry until golden brown and super crispy, about 2-3 minutes each side. Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate to drain, then season with salt, pepper, garlic, and oregano to taste.
Meanwhile, prepare toppings and make the ketchup: Combine mayo, ketchup, garlic, salt, and pepper and mix well. Set aside.
Arrange fried arañitas in a large platter or sheet pan, and load them up with your favorite toppings.
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