Instructions

  1. Peel plantain, and diagonally cut into 1/8 inch slices.
  2. Combine the water and salt in a large bowl, stirring until salt disolves; add plantain slices.
  3. Cover and let stand 30 minutes.
  4. Drain plantain slices well, and pat dry.
  5. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet; add plantain slices and cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until tender, but not brown.
  6. Drain well on paper towels.
  7. Mash each plantain slice with the bottom of a glass cup.
  8. Pour oil to depth of 2-inches; heat till good and hot.
  9. Fry plantains, a few at a time, until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
  10. Serve plantain chips with Plantain Dip.
  11. Plantain Dip: Combine all ingredients in a jar; cover tightly, and shake vigorously.
  12. Chill at least 2 hours.
  13. Shake just before serving.
  14. Yield: 1/2 cup.