Prep. time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes

Bananes pesées means "weighted bananas," and refers to plantains that are flattened in between trips to the deep fryer. 

They are served with pikliz and pork griots at the Christmas reveillon. This is a quick, easy recipe that is an everyday staple.

Tip
Peeling the plantains under running water makes the job easier. 

1. Peel the plantains and slice diagonally into 1-2 cm thicknesses.
2. Place the sliced plantain in a deep dish with salted water to which the lemon or vinegar has been added.
3. Heat the oil. Drain the plantains and fry for a few minutes until softened and just beginning to color. Drain. Reserve the water.
4. Flatten the plantain slices between two saucers or with a "pèz banann."
5. Dip briefly in ice water. Shake off the water and return to the hot oil to fry again until crispy.
6. Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.