Tostones are crispy fried green plantains. Serve as a side dish with your meal or as an appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 green plantain
- 5 tablespoons oil for frying
- 3 cups cold water
- salt to taste
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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2
Peel plantain and cut into 1-inch slices. Fill a bowl with 3 cups of cold water.
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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 1/2 minutes per side. Set skillet aside.
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4
Transfer plantain slices to a chopping board; flatten each one by placing a small plate on top and pressing down.
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5
Dip plantain slices in cold water.
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6
Reheat oil in the skillet over medium heat; cook plantain slices for 1 minute on each side.
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7
Season to taste with salt and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
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