Recipes AirfryerAir Fryer Sweet Plantains (Maduros)
Prep
5 min
Cook
12 min
Total
17 min
Serves
2
Caramelized sweet plantains, known as maduros across Latin America and the Caribbean, with crisp golden edges and a soft, honey-sweet center. The air fryer needs only a thin coat of oil.
Serve them as a side with rice and beans, grilled meats or fried eggs. Choose plantains with mostly black peels for the sweetest results.
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Ingredients
Instructions
Peel and slice
Peel the plantains, cut in half lengthwise, then slice into ½-inch pieces.
Oil
Toss the slices with oil in a small bowl.
Air fry
Preheat to 375°F. Arrange in a single layer and cook 12 to 14 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender.
Season
Sprinkle with salt and serve warm.
230
Calories
2g
Protein
56g
Carbs
5g
Fat
Tips for the best results
- The blacker the peel, the sweeter and more caramelized they get.
- Don't crowd the basket; cook in batches for browning.
- A squeeze of lime or sprinkle of cinnamon makes a great finish.
Frequently asked
How long do plantains take in the air fryer?
About 12 to 14 minutes at 375°F, flipping halfway.
Can I use green plantains?
They'll be starchy, not sweet; for those, try tostones instead.
What are sweet plantains called?
Maduros, from the Spanish word for ripe.
