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Chifles (Plantain Chips)

Chifles (Plantain Chips) is a traditional Ecuadorean recipe for a classic snack of deep-fired plantain chips (crisps); versions of which are known and served throughout South/Central America. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Ecuadorian version of: Chifles (Plantain Chips).

prep time

20 minutes

cook time

20 minutes

Total Time:

40 minutes

Serves:

4

Rating: 4.5 star rating

Tags : Ecuador Recipes

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Chifles (Plantain Chips): Classic Ecuadorian recipe for a snack or accompaniment of thin plantain slices deep fried in oil until crisp.

Ingredients:

4 half-ripe plantains
salt to taste
oil for deep frying

Method:

Peel the plantains and cut in half then slice them thinly at a diagonal to form rounds. Sprinkle with salt then heat the oil and deep fry the sliced plantains until crisp and golden.

Drain on kitchen paper and serve as a snack or as an accompaniment to drinks.