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Puerto Rican Tostones (Fried Plantains)

Tostones are twice-fried crispy slices of green plantain lightly seasoned with salt for a delicious Caribbean-style appetizer or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Calories: 136
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 green plantain peeled and sliced into 1-inch rounds
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Slice and boil: Trim the plantain ends and cut into 1-inch rounds. Boil in salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. First fry: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry rounds until pale golden, about 3 minutes per side; drain.
  3. Smash: Place rounds between parchment paper and press into ½-inch thick disks.
  4. Second fry: Return to hot oil and fry until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes per side; drain.
  5. Season & serve: Sprinkle with salt and serve hot with your favorite dip.

Nutrition

Calories: 136kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 14mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13g
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