Puerto Rican Fried Sweet Plantains (Maduros)

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1. 1Step 1: Cut the ends of the plantains and slice the plantain vertically, just skin deep. Remove the peel from the plantain and cut it into 1-inch thick pieces.
2. 2Step 2: Set a non-stick pan over medium-high heat and pour in vegetable oil, at 1-inch deep.
3. 3Step 3: Once the oil is hot carefully add the plantain pieces. Fry on each side over medium heat for about 2 minutes on each side, or until golden.
4. 4Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low and cook plantains for another 4-5 minutes, flipping halfway.
5. 5Step 5: Once done, remove from oil and transfer plantains onto a plate of paper towels. Sprinkle with salt while still hot.