Tostones
HB-4189 · Hand-built original · Cuban
Green plantains fried, smashed flat, dipped in salted water, and fried a second time until golden and crisp outside and tender inside. A staple Cuban side and snack, served warm with salt.
CubanSide Dish20 min4 servings332 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic
Main ingredient: green plantains
Pairs well with: Ropa Vieja, Vaca Frita, Fricase de Pollo, Arroz con Pollo, Picadillo
Servings:4quantities adjust to match
Ingredients
- 2 green plantains
- 2 cups water
- 2 tsp sea salt plus more for serving
- 1 – 2 cups of canola oil or avocado oil
Method
- Combine the water and salt in a large bowl and set aside.
- Cut the ends off the plantains and peel them. Cut into 1 1/2-inch thick slices.
- Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the slices and fry for approximately 3 minutes, until slightly golden.
- Remove the plantains and drain on a paper towel. While warm, smash each slice flat with a plantain press or a heavy pot.
- Dip each flattened piece in the salted water and set aside.
- Fry again in the oil for 3 to 5 minutes, until golden brown.
- Sprinkle with salt and serve warm.
Prep: 10 minutes · Cook: 10 minutes · Total: 20 minutes
Nutrition (per serving, where published)
332 kcalCalories
0 gProtein
0 gCarbs
37.5 gFat
4.3 gSaturates
0 gFibre
0 gSugars
1163 mgSodium
0 mgCholesterol
0 mgPotassium
1 mgCalcium
1 servingServing
Estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data