Boil about 15 mins or until tender. While plantains are boiling, cut half red onion in small pieces and place in small bowl with vinegar and salt, until onions soften and become translucent.

I love these fried sweet plantains topped with quick-pickled red onions. And when I say quick pickled, I mean the quickest technique: just a brief marinade in a few shakes of vinegar and a pinch ...