Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this delicious tostones recipe. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, these fried plantains make the perfect appetizer or side dish. Learn how to make this easy and satisfying recipe in just a few simple steps.
Ingredients
- 2 green plantains
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt to taste
Directions
- Peel the plantains and slice them into 1-inch thick rounds.
- In a large skillet, heat enough vegetable oil to cover the plantains over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the plantain slices to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them.
- Fry the plantains for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- Remove the plantains from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Using a tostonera or the bottom of a glass, carefully flatten each plantain slice to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Return the flattened plantains to the skillet and fry them again for another 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the tostones from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Sprinkle the tostones with salt to taste and serve hot.
