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Tostones

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Tostones are a beloved Latin American and Caribbean snack made from green plantains that are sliced, fried, smashed, and fried again to achieve a crispy, golden perfection. These twice-fried plantain slices are savory, crunchy, and often served as a side dish or appetizer, accompanied by various dipping sauces like garlic mojo or creamy cilantro sauce.

 

Ingredients

– 3-4 green plantains

– 1 cup vegetable or canola oil (for frying)

– Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Peel the green plantains by cutting off the ends and making a shallow slit along the length of each plantain. Use your fingers or a spoon to remove the peel.

2. Slice the peeled plantains into 1-inch thick pieces.

3. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.

4. Fry the plantain slices in batches for about 3–4 minutes per side, until they are golden and slightly tender.

5. Remove the fried plantain slices and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

6. Using the bottom of a glass or a tostonera, flatten each fried plantain slice to about half its original thickness.

7. Optionally, soak the flattened plantains in a mixture of water and a splash of lime juice for a few minutes to enhance crispiness.

8. Reheat the oil if necessary, then fry the flattened plantains again for 1–2 minutes per side, until they are golden brown and crispy.

9. Remove the tostones from the oil and drain on paper towels. Season with salt to taste.

10. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

 

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, consider serving tostones with a garlic mojo sauce or a creamy cilantro dipping sauce. To achieve maximum crispiness, some cooks recommend soaking the flattened plantains in salted water or a lime-infused water before the second fry. Tostones are best enjoyed immediately after frying.

 

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