AIP Homemade Plantain Chips

If your guacamole is feeling lonely ever since you eliminated corn tortilla chips for the Paleo Autoimmune Protocol, not to worry: my AIP Homemade Plantain chips have all the crunch, crisp, and salty snack-ness that you (and your guac) crave!

These are so simple to make, especially if you have an electric deep fryer. But you could totally make this in a pot on the stove instead – just make sure you have a high heat-safe thermometer to check the temperature to be safe.

You want to fry these chips at about 300 F / 150 C for ultimate crispness and flavor!

I love serving these AIP Homemade Plantain Chips in different ways for snacks and as an accompaniment to meals.

Guacamole is always a hit, but it’s important on the Paleo AIP to try new flavors and eat different nutrients. 

Mixing this AIP Pesto with some homemade coconut milk yogurt is always a hit! It tastes kind of like a cross between an Italian and Greek dip! YUM!

You can also use these chips as a casserole topping! (Or if you are short on time, you can even buy your own pre-made compliant plantain chips or pasture-raised crispy pork rinds.)

Try them crushed on top of my AIP Tuna Noodle Casserole before you bake it – it’s such a comforting addition to an already cozy food.

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These AIP Homemade Plantain Chips are quite the nutrient powerhouse, as well as a delicious source of carbohydrates.

Plantains are a great source of magnesium, potassium, vitamins A, K, C, thiamin and riboflavin! *

Green plantains are also full of resistant starch, which passes through your system mostly undigested. This means that blood sugar levels may rise more slowly after you eat it. This kind of starch may also help balance the gut microbiome by feeding the  good bacteria in the digestive tract.*

*source

What flavors would you add to your own version of these AIP Homemade Plantain Chips?

Would you add lime zest and a pinch of ginger to make them Thai-inspired? Or turmeric, cinnamon, and garlic for a Moroccan spin? 

Let me know in the comments, I’d love to hear!

XO,

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AIP Homemade Plantain Chips

Crunchy AIP Homemade Plantain Chips are cooked in avocado oil til crispy and golden! So easy to make, and perfect for snacking, dipping or as a casserole topping. Paleo Autoimmune Protocol compliant and gluten free!

Ingredients

• 1.2 litres refined avocado oil or enough to fill your deep fryer to your appliance’s specifications
• 2 large green plantains
• Sea salt or AIP Paleo Powder seasoning to taste (see NOTES for where to purchase)

Instructions

1. Fill your deep fryer to your appliance’s specifications with avocado oil.
2. Slice plantains thinly, then carefully drop the slices one at a time into the hot oil.
3. Be sure not to overcrowd the fryer basket. You can do this in divided batches if needed.
4. Cook for at least 6 minutes or until golden and crispy. (My small fryer took 15 minutes, so this will vary for your appliance.)
5. Remove chips with a stainless slotted spoon, and place onto a paper towel lined baking dish.
6. Immediately sprinkle with salt or AIP Paleo Powder seasoning, then toss to coat evenly. You can use additional AIP spices if desired.

Recipe Notes

Serve with cool, chunky guacamole (or this AIP Pesto mixed with coconut yogurt) for a creamy and crunchy snack!

Delicious as a Tuna Casserole topping, too!

 

PRODUCTS USED IN THIS RECIPE:

AIP Paleo Powder