Tostones Recipe
twice fried + smashed plantains, tomatillo + avocado mousse
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Ingredients
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Plantains
Tomatillo + Avocado Mousse
Method
Preparation of Tostones
- 1
Fry the Plantains
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Peel the green plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick slices. Fry the plantain slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden and cooked through. Remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- 2
Smash the Plantains
Once the plantains are cool enough to handle, use the bottom of a flat dish or a plantain press to smash each slice to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- 3
Second Frying
Return the smashed plantains to the hot oil and fry them again for another 2-3 minutes on each side until they are crispy and golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels, then sprinkle with salt.