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Pomegranate Guacamole with Fried Plantain Chips.

These chips are light...meaning you'll still have room for all the yummy mains... plus be good to mix in a few drinks as well! YES.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 239kcal

Ingredients

Pomegranate Guacamole

  • 3 large ripe hass avocados halved, seeded and peeled (they have to be ripe!)
  • 1 large or 2 small limes juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 leave large jalapeño seeded + chopped ( some of the seeds in for a little heat)
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro chopped (or more to your liking)
  • arils from 1 pomegranate
  • salt to taste
  • 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese optional

Plantain Chips

  • 4 inch yellow plantains sliced into 1/2 rounds
  • oil for frying
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons sea salt

Instructions

Pomegranate Guacamole

  • Add the avocado halves to a medium size mixing bowl. Squeeze the lime juice over the avocados and toss well to coat. Add the cumin. Now grab a fork and lightly mash the avocados. I like to keep my guacamole on the chunky side. Next fold in the chopped jalapeño, cilantro, pomegranate arils and a pinch of salt. Stir in the feta cheese (if using). Taste and season with more salt if desired. Grab some plantain chips (recipe below) and dig in!

Plantain Chips

  • In a small bowl, combine the chili powder and salt.
  • Heat an inch or so of oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot add the plantains and fry for 2-3 minutes per side or until just lightly golden. Remove and drain on paper towels. Now transfer the plantains to a cutting board and, using the back of a wooden spoon, smash them down into round flat disks.
  • Return the plantains to the hot oil and fry another 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden and crispy. Remove to a paper towel lined plate and sprinkle with chili salt. Chips are best eaten right after frying, but any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 2614mg | Potassium: 544mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 1.1mg