Paraben Free Whole30 Lemon-Dill Sautéed Plantains
Ripe plantains — the kind with yellow skins gone spotty black — are naturally sweet and starchy, and a quick sauté in ghee transforms them into something genuinely craveable. The caramelized edges develop a deep golden crust while the centers stay tender, and then a hit of fresh lemon juice and zest cuts right through the richness at the very end. Fresh dill adds a bright, herby lift that makes the whole dish feel a little unexpected in the best way. Because every ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food, you never have to second-guess what's actually going into your pan — no preservatives, no synthetic additives, nothing hiding in a label. Ghee gives you that buttery depth without dairy solids, and the optional pinch of red pepper flakes adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting. It comes together in a single skillet with barely any prep, making it an easy side that looks and tastes far more impressive than the effort involved.
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4 servings
- 2 large ripe plantains (yellow with black spots), peeled and sliced on the bias into ½-inch rounds
- 2 tbsp ghee
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the ghee in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat until shimmering and the foam subsides, about 1 minute.
- 2
Arrange the plantain rounds in a single layer in the skillet — work in two batches if needed to avoid crowding. Season with the salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes, until the undersides are deep golden brown and the edges look caramelized.
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