Citrus Free Ranch-Style Plantain Chips
Crunchy, savory, and completely addictive, these baked plantain chips deliver everything you love about a classic ranch snack without a single drop of citrus anywhere in the mix. That matters more than you might think — a lot of store-bought chip seasonings and even homemade ranch blends sneak in lemon juice powder or citric acid, making the snack aisle a minefield if you're avoiding citrus. Here, the tangy kick comes entirely from apple cider vinegar, which gives the seasoning that familiar zip while keeping things completely safe. Green plantains sliced paper-thin and baked in coconut oil turn gloriously golden and crisp, holding up beautifully to the herb-forward coating of parsley, chives, dill, garlic, and onion. The trick of tossing the chips in seasoning the moment they leave the oven means every piece gets fully coated while the heat helps everything stick. Let them cool completely on the pan and they'll shatter with that satisfying crunch you want from a proper chip. Whether you're snacking straight from the bowl or serving them alongside a dip, these disappear fast.
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4 servings
- 2 large green plantains
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
Ranch seasoning
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried chives
- ½ tsp dried dill weed
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Using a mandoline set to 1/16-inch thickness, or a sharp knife, slice the peeled plantains into rounds as thin and uniform as possible — aim for translucent-thin slices so they crisp evenly.
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