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Cardamom and Lime Crispy Fried Plantains with Spiced Sugar

Name: Cardamom and Lime Crispy Fried Plantains with Spiced Sugar
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients: 2 ripe plantains, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 tsp cinnamon; 1/4 tsp cumin; 1/4 tsp chili powder; oil for frying; 1/4 cup water (optional); 1/2 tsp ground cardamom; 1 tbsp lime juice

Introduces warm cardamom and a touch of lime for a refreshing twist.

27 minutes4 servings

Method

Before mixing the spiced sugar, stir in cardamom and lime juice into the sugar mixture. Toss fried plantains in the spiced sugar mixture. Add a little water if needed to help the sugar stick.
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add plantain slices and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
In a small bowl, mix sugar, cinnamon, cumin, and chili powder.
Toss fried plantains in the spiced sugar mixture. Add a little water if needed to help the sugar stick.
Serve warm as a sweet and spicy snack.

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