Classic Platanos Maduros

• 3 plantains, peeled
• 14 cup lemon juice (this is an estimate)
• 4 eggs, separated
• 14 cup flour
• 12 teaspoon salt
• oil (for frying, a mix of canola and olive oils)

1. Peel the plantains then cut them into rounds.
2. Put the lemon juice in a bowl.
3. Beat the egg yolks until thick and light in another bowl.
4. Add flour and salt and mix.
5. Beat egg whites in yet another bowl until stiff then blend with the yolks.
6. Peel and split the plantains lengthwise.
7. Cut each piece in half and dip in lemon juice, shaking off any excess.
8. Drop the lemoned plantain pieces into the batter, one at a time.
9. Pick up with slotted spoon and slide gently into the hot mixed oil.in a heavy skillet (oil about 1 inch deep).
10. Cook over medium heat, turning almost immediately.
11. Cook until browned on both sides then drain on paper towels.

plantains, lemon juice, eggs, flour, salt, oil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/classic-platanos-maduros-396078 (may not work)