Fried Plantains - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 big fresh green plantains
1/2 c. Mazola oil

Preparation

Peel the plantains.
Make a cut lengthwise, with your thumb and index fingers push away and out the skin.
Scrape very lightly with a knife.
Cut a one-inch slice, you will get about 8 or 9 slices.
Fry them for about 7 minutes or until they feel soft to the touch.
Smash them on a brown paper bag with your hand.
Put them back in the frying pan and cook, they are ready when golden. Sprinkle with salt, or dip them in melted butter or any sauce of your choice.