Plantains are common all over South America and in Mexico. There are many ways to prepare them: Boiled, fried, baked or made into fritters. This recipe is one of my favorites. A Plantain is a banana like fruit that must be cooked. I like to serve this recipe with black beans spiced with chipotle peppers and rice. Fried plantains are best served with salsa.

2-3	Med size	Plantains
		Oil
		Salt and pepper

• Peel plantain by trimming ends and making a slice from end to end (plantains are more difficult to peel than a banana). Cut the plantain into 1-inch slices.
• Heat the oil and fry the pieces until they start to turn light brown. Remove from oil and drain slightly.
• Place each piece on its flat end and crush into small patties of chips. Return to oil and fry until golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt and pepper. These are wonderful!