These Fried Plantain Chips are a delightful and crispy snack originating in Latin America, Africa, and the Caribbean. Thinly sliced fried green plantain strips, or Chifles as they are called, offer a ...

#9. Fry the plantain slices in hot oil until crispy and light brown taking care not to let them burn. Drain the banana chips on a paper towel and sprinkle them with salt while still warm. #10.

So, when I spied Barnana’s Acapulco Lime Plantain Chips, I was intrigued. The package boasted healthy buzzwords like no sugar, gluten-free, paleo friendly, non-GMO and organic.

Aside from plantain chips, ARA Food also produces cassava or yuca chips under these brands. In 1984, ARA Food acquired the Mariquitas brand of plantain chips from a fellow Cuban-owned company.