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Tostones

CategoryFrying

Total Time15 min

DifficultyAdvanced

Yields12 serving

CuisineSpanish

Tostones

Recipe Ingredients

First of all, check if you have all the necessary ingredients for this recipe. Pay attention to the quantities!
  • 1 green plantain
  • 5 tablespoons oil for frying
  • 3 cups cold water
  • salt to taste

Recipe Instructions

Next, follow the steps to finalize your dish and finally be able to enjoy it!

  1. Peel plantain and cut into 1-inch slices. Fill a bowl with 3 cups of cold water.

  2. Heat oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat; add plantain slices in an even layer and fry on both sides until golden brown, about 3 1/2 minutes per side. Set skillet aside.

  3. Transfer plantain slices to a chopping board; flatten each one by placing a small plate on top and pressing down.

  4. Dip plantain slices in cold water.

  5. Reheat oil in the skillet over medium heat; cook plantain slices for 1 minute on each side.

  6. Season to taste with salt and serve immediately.

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