Green Plantain/ Tostones Recipe
Make Green Plantain/ Tostones Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Peel and slice plantains
Start by peeling the green plantains. To do this, cut off both ends of each plantain and make a slit along the length of the skin. Carefully remove the skin with your fingers or a knife. Once peeled, cut each plantain into 1-inch thick slices.
- 2
Heat the oil
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. You want enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan by about a quarter of an inch.
Frying
- 3
First fry the plantains
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the plantain slices to the skillet in a single layer. Fry them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are lightly golden and tender but not browned. Remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 4
Flatten the plantains
Using the bottom of a glass or a tostonera (a plantain press), gently flatten each fried plantain slice to about half an inch thick.
- 5
Second fry the plantains
Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry them again for an additional 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan; you may need to do this in batches.
Finishing Touches
- 6
Season and serve
Once crispy, remove the tostones from the oil and place them on a fresh paper towel to drain. Sprinkle with salt and garlic powder while they are still hot. If desired, serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.
