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Puerto Rican Tostones (Fried Plantains)

Puerto Rican Tostones (Fried Plantains)

Cost $2.5, save $5

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  • 10 Min
  • 2 Servings
  • $2.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Vegetables

    • 🍌 1 green plantain

  • Oils and Seasoning

    • 5 tablespoons oil for frying
    • 💧 3 cups cold water
    • 🧂 Salt to taste

STEPS

1

Gather all ingredients.

2

Peel the plantain and cut into 1-inch slices. Fill a bowl with 3 cups of cold water.

3

Heat oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat; add plantain slices in an even layer and fry on both sides until golden brown, about 3.5 minutes per side. Set skillet aside.

4

Transfer plantain slices to a chopping board; flatten each one by placing a small plate on top and pressing down.

5

Dip plantain slices in cold water.

6

Reheat oil in the skillet over medium heat; cook plantain slices for 1 minute on each side.

7

Season to taste with salt and serve immediately.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

136

Calories

  • 1
    Protein
  • 29
    Carbs
  • 3
    Fats

💡 Use green plantains for proper texture, as ripe plantains will not crisp up as well.Flatten the plantain slices evenly for uniform cooking.Adding salt immediately after frying helps the seasoning stick to the tostones.Serve with a dipping sauce like garlic aioli or a tangy mojo for extra flavor.