Jul 14 2026

Tostones Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Fried Plantains

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Plantains

    Peel the green plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.

  2. 2

    Fry the Plantains

    In a heavy skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the plantain slices and fry them for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden and tender.

  3. 3

    Flatten the Plantains

    Remove the fried plantains from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil. Using a flat surface or a tostonera, flatten each slice to about 1/2 inch thick.

  4. 4

    Second Fry

    Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry them again for another 2-3 minutes until they are crispy and golden brown.

  5. 5

    Season and Serve

    Remove the tostones from the oil, sprinkle with salt, and serve hot as a snack or side dish.

More from El Pueblito Restaurant