Plantain chips (sweet variety)
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Sweet plantain chips are thin, crispy slices of ripe plantain that are fried or baked until golden. They are made primarily from sweet plantains, oil, and a pinch of salt, and are a beloved snack originating from West Africa and widely enjoyed across the Caribbean, Latin America, and tropical regions worldwide.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These chips are a carbohydrate-rich snack with a moderate amount of fat from the cooking oil, and they provide key nutrients like potassium, vitamin A, and vitamin C. A typical one-ounce (28g) serving contains roughly 150 calories.
💡 What's interesting
Unlike savory green plantain chips, the sweet variety uses fully ripe, yellow-to-black plantains, which caramelize during cooking to create a naturally sweet flavor without added sugar. They are a classic example of how a single ingredient can transform dramatically based on its ripeness.