Tostones Recipe
Fried green plantains served with garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garlic Sauce
Method
Preparing Tostones
Peel and Slice Plantains
Start by peeling the green plantains. Cut off the ends, then make a lengthwise slit along the skin and remove the peel. Slice the plantains into 1-inch thick pieces.
Heat Oil
In a large frying pan, pour in the vegetable oil and heat it over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to reach a temperature of about 350°F (175°C).
Fry Plantain Slices
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the plantain slices to the pan. Fry them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are lightly golden and cooked through.
Remove and Drain
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried plantains from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Flatten the Plantains
Using the bottom of a flat object, like a glass or a spatula, gently flatten each fried plantain slice to about half an inch thick.
Fry Again
Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until they are crispy and golden brown.
Season with Salt
Once fried, remove the tostones from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate again. Sprinkle them with salt while they are still hot.
Making Garlic Sauce
Prepare Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely.
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, mix the minced garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt until well combined.
Adjust to Taste
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to suit your preference.