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Air-Fryer Plantains

This air-fryer plantain recipe is where the air fryer shines—not sacrificing flavor or texture but saving time compared to cooking them in a deep fryer or on the stovetop. These air-fryer plantains are sweet and salty, with a deliciously crispy crust.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium ripe plantains (about 1 1/4 pounds total), peeled and sliced (1/2-inch)
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Preheat air fryer to 360°F for 10 minutes. Generously coat the fryer basket with cooking spray. Toss plantains with 1 tablespoon oil in a medium bowl. Working in batches if necessary, arrange the plantains in a single layer in the fryer basket. Cook for 5 minutes; flip the plantains and continue to cook until crispy and well browned, 6 to 8 minutes more. Carefully transfer plantains to a cutting board.

  2. Using the flat bottom of a small bowl or skillet, smash each plantain slice into a flat disk (about 1/4-inch thick); transfer to a medium bowl. Toss the smashed plantains with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Working in batches if necessary, return the plantains to the fryer basket, arranging in a single layer. Cook until crisp in spots, 5 to 7 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and serve immediately.