Tostones Recipe

Serve these fried green plantains with Cuban mojo, mayo ketchup, guacamole, or your favorite dipping sauce.

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INGREDIENTS

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Peel and slice the plantains into 2-inch diagonal pieces.

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Heat oil to 300°F–325°F and fry the plantains in batches until lightly golden.

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Flatten each piece to about ¼–⅛ inch thick.

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Increase the oil temperature and fry again until golden brown and crispy.

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Drain and season with salt.

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Serve and enjoy!

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Smash gently! Press slowly so the plantains flatten without completely breaking apart. This is not the time to get your frustrations out by pressing too hard.

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LET'S START COOKING!

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Tostones Recipe

Serve these fried green plantains with Cuban mojo, mayo ketchup, guacamole, or your favorite dipping sauce.

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS

Salt

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Oil

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Plantains

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Peel and slice the plantains into 2-inch diagonal pieces.

Heat oil to 300°F–325°F and fry the plantains in batches until lightly golden.

Flatten each piece to about ¼–⅛ inch thick.

Increase the oil temperature and fry again until golden brown and crispy.

Drain and season with salt.

Serve and enjoy!

Serve and enjoy!

Smash gently! Press slowly so the plantains flatten without completely breaking apart. This is not the time to get your frustrations out by pressing too hard.

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Tips from the chef

Tips from the chef

LET'S START COOKING!