Tostones Recipe (How to Make Tostones)

Ingredients

• 3 green plantains
• 1.5 cups vegetable or canola oil (or as needed)
• 1 tablespoon salt (plus more as needed)
• Juice of 1 lime
• For Serving. Sauce/dip options here.

Steps

1. 1

   Slice off the ends of the plantains, then carefully slice through the peel. Remove the peel and discard. Slice the plantains into 1 inch pieces.

2. 2

   Fill a large Dutch oven or pot with 2.5 inches vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). You can also use your fryer.

3. 3

   Fry the plantains in batches for 4-5 minutes per side, until tender but not crisp.

4. 4

   Remove and drain on a paper towel lined plate.

5. 5

   Flatten each fried plantain using a small pan, heavy spatula, or the bottom of a large bottle. Don’t thin too much or they can fall apart.

6. 6

   Return to the hot oil and fry each piece again for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

7. 7

   Drain on paper towels, then sprinkle with sea salt, lime juice, and serve.