Platanos Maduros (Fried Yellow Plantains)

• 3 ripe yellow plantains
• Oil for frying

1. Peel and slice the plantains in half crosswise, then again lengthwise.
2. Cut each piece into 2 or 3 1/4-inch slices.
3. Heat the oil (a depth of about 1/2 inch) in an cast-iron skillet until very hot.
4. Add the plantain slices and fry until soft and golden brown, about 45 seconds to 1 minute.

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Taken from cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/3477 (may not work)