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Citrus Cinnamon Kick Crispy Fried Plantains with Spiced Sugar

Name: Citrus Cinnamon Kick 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 tbsp lemon zest; 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Adds a bright citrus note to the traditional spiced sugar coating.

27 minutes4 servings

Method

Before mixing the spiced sugar, stir in lemon zest 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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