Fry Plantains

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1. 1Step 1: Peel the plantains by cutting off the ends and then cutting the plantain itself in the middle. Discard the ends and get ready to peel off the skin and slice for frying.
2. 2Step 2: Using a small knife, cut through the skin along the length of the 2 pieces without going too deep, only cutting through the skin. Then peel back the skin and discard.
3. 3Step 3: Cut thin strips about 1/2 cm or little less than 1/4 inch along the length of the piece of plantain.
4. 4Step 4: Heat the oil in a frying pan and gently place the pieces away from you to avoid hot oil splashing onto you.
5. 5Step 5: Allow to cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side on medium heat or until it gets to the colour you like, using a fork to flip them over.
6. 6Step 6: Pat dry on paper towels.
7. 7Step 7: Sprinkle a little salt or brown sugar over mine if desired, or enjoy just the way they are when they cool a bit.