Ingredients

4 to 6 cups canola oil 

2 green plantains, peeled, thinly sliced 

Coarse salt 

1 very ripe banana 

1 small ripe avocado, peeled and pitted 

2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 

Preparation

Place oil in a 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Attach a deep-fry thermometer to side of pan, and heat oil to 380 degrees. Carefully drop plantain slices into oil one at a time. Cook in batches until golden brown. Transfer to paper towels with a slotted spoon; let drain while finishing batches. (Adjust heat to keep temperature constant, if necessary, during cooking.) Sprinkle with salt; set aside.

Make dip: Place banana, avocado, and lemon juice in bowl; mash with fork. Season with salt; serve with plantain chips.