Spiced Plantains


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Photography: Eric Johnson · Art Direction And Prop Styling: Marcy Spanogle Hawley and Angela Harbison

Ingredients:
(serves 4)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 ripe plantains
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Freshly squeezed lime juice

Spiced Plantains
Plantains are similar in taste to bananas but starchier. Black-tinged plantains look overly ripe, but they are actually easier to peel and perfect for this side dish. If you can't find plantains, substitute firm bananas.

1. In a small dish, combine salt, cumin and cinnamon. Peel plantains, cut into sections, and place them in a bowl. Toss plantains with spice mixture. . Heat butter and oil in a medium sized skillet over low heat. When melted, add plantains and sauté until lightly browned (they brown quickly). Drain on paper towels. Serve with a squeeze of lime juice.

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