Street Snacks & Botanas Callejeras

Plátanos Fritos in Los Angeles

Look for glistening, golden-brown slices of caramelized ripe plantain topped with cool crema, crumbled cotija cheese, or sweet condensed milk at Imperial Night Market in Downtown LA on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, when a vendor is serving it. Free entry.

2300 E 15th St, Downtown LA · Free entry
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CATEGORY
Street Snacks & Botanas Callejeras
PREPARATION
Sliced ripe plantains fried in hot oil until caramelized, tender, and golden.
MARKET
Imperial Night Market, Downtown LA
ABOUT THE DISH

About Plátanos Fritos

Sliced ripe plantains fried in hot oil until caramelized, tender, and golden.

Golden caramelized exterior with dark edgesSilky, sweet, and custardy interior textureFried in oil or lard until bubblingDrizzled with crema, sweet milk, or cotija

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Frequently asked questions

Are plátanos fritos eaten as a savory side or a dessert?

They are enjoyed both ways, commonly served alongside savory rice and beans or topped with cream and sugar.

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