Tostones
Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold flavor, Tostones are a beloved Latin American snack or side dish made from twice-fried green plantains. Perfectly crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, these savory treats are infused with a subtle garlic undertone thanks to a unique step of dipping the flattened plantains in a garlic-infused saltwater mixture before the final fry. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe uses simple ingredients like green plantains, vegetable oil, garlic, and salt to create an irresistible dish that’s ideal for sharing. Whether served as an appetizer, paired with dipping sauces, or enjoyed alongside your favorite main course, Tostones deliver a satisfying crunch that will keep you coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Green plantains
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cloves Garlic
Instructions
Peel the green plantains by cutting off the ends and making a slit along the skin lengthwise. Use your fingers to remove the peel.
Slice the plantains into 1-inch thick pieces.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
Fry the plantain slices in the hot oil for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are lightly golden. Remove them and drain on paper towels.
While the plantains are frying, prepare a garlic water mixture by crushing the garlic cloves and mixing them with 2 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt in a bowl.
Once the plantain slices are cool enough to handle, use the bottom of a flat cup or a tostonera (a wooden plantain press) to flatten each slice to about 1/2 inch thickness.
Dip each flattened plantain slice into the garlic water mixture for a few seconds, allowing them to soak up some flavor.
Return the flattened plantains to the frying pan and fry again for another 3-4 minutes per side until they are crispy and golden brown.
Remove the tostones from the oil, drain on paper towels, and sprinkle with additional salt to taste.
Serve the tostones immediately, while hot and crispy, as a snack or a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4029 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 418.8 g | 537% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.9 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 268.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2383 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1810 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
