Air Fryer Plantains
Air Fryer Plantains are made with ripe plantains and coconut oil; air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes until golden, caramelized, and soft inside.
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Method
- 1
Peel ripe plantains and slice on the diagonal, about 1/2-inch thick.
- 2
Toss with coconut oil and salt.
- 3
Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and caramelized.
- 4
Sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
- 5
Serve with sour cream, hot sauce, or alongside rice and beans.
Pro tip. Ripe plantains (yellow with plenty of black spots) are sweet and perfect for this recipe. Green plantains are starchy and need a different approach (tostones). The riper the plantain, the sweeter and more caramelized the result.
Why the air fryer wins here
- Ready in 10 minutes. The same dish takes about 16 in a conventional oven, plus preheating.
- Fast-moving hot air browns the outside before the inside dries out, so you get color without babysitting.
- Cleanup is a basket, not a sheet pan and a splattered stovetop.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate perishable leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Reheat leftovers to 165°F (74°C) throughout, measured with a food thermometer. USDA leftover safety guidance.
Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes rather than the microwave so the outside crisps back up. See the reheat guide for exact times by food.
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