Heat oil on a stove or use a deep fryer to fry the pieces until golden brown (approx. 5 minutes).
Remove from oil and place on a paper towel to soak up some of the oil.
Place one plantain piece inside a paper bag and flatten with the use a mallet or the bottom of a jar. Flatten to half of its original size. Repeat with all pieces.
Place the plantain back into the oil until it is golden brown (approx 3 minutes).
Remove from oil and place them on a paper towel to soak up some of the oil.