Smashed Plantains - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 ripe plantains, peeled, cut on the diagonal into 1/4-inch slices
flour, for dredging
salt and pepper

Preparation

In large skillet, heat oil on high. Lightly smash the slices of plantains using a large, flat meat tenderizer or a heavy-bottomed pot.
Dredge plantain slices in flour very lightly. Fry for 2 minutes per side or until golden.
Transfer to tray lined with paper towel to drain. Season the smashed plantains with salt and pepper.