Tostones
Crispy on the outsides, tender inside, these homemade Tostones are perfect for scooping up guacamole or salsa.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 227kcal
Ingredients
- 2 green Plantains - cut into 1" chunks
- oil for frying - (I use coconut oil)
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Peel and slice plantains into 1" chunks.
- Pour enough oil in a frying pan so that it is about ⅛" deep. Put heat on medium-high. When oil it hot, lightly fry plantains on one side, then flip. Once the second side is lightly fried, remove and place on a plate. Don't let them brown too much because they will be fried again.
- Using the flat bottom of a large measuring cup, press the plantain into a flat disk about ¼" thick.
- Return the smashed plantains to the frying pan, browning each side a bit more. Remove and place on a paper towel to absorb oil. Sprinkle with salt while it is still hot.
- Serve with dips like guacamole, salsa or shredded pork or beef.
Nutrition
Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 447mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 1009IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg