Yeast Free Whole30 Lemon-Dill Sautéed Plantains
Ripe plantains — the kind with yellow skins gone spotty black — are naturally sweet and starchy, and a hot skillet of ghee turns them into something genuinely special. The edges caramelize into a deep golden crust while the centers stay soft and tender, and then a hit of fresh lemon juice and dill at the finish cuts right through that richness. It's a flavor combination that sounds unexpected but tastes completely inevitable. Because every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, there's no need to scan labels for hidden fermented additives or worry about sneaky yeast-derived flavoring agents that show up in so many packaged seasonings. Ghee, citrus, fresh herbs, and a pinch of red pepper flakes — that's really all it takes. This makes a brilliant side dish alongside grilled proteins, but honestly it's satisfying enough to eat straight from the pan.
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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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