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Authentic Cuban Tostones

Authentic Cuban Tostones

Delicious and crispy Authentic Cuban Tostones made from green plantains, perfect for dipping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine Cuban
Servings 1 serving
Calories 165 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • plantain press
  • bowl

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 2 large green plantains
  • ⅓ cup neutral oil (high smoke point)
  • to taste salt

Optional: Garlic Mojo Dipping Sauce

  • 6 cloves garlic mashed to a paste
  • ½ cup sour orange juice
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • a pinch black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Using a sharp knife, carefully peel the green plantains lengthwise. Slice the plantains into 2-inch chunks. Set aside.
  • In a deep nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the plantain slices to the skillet. Fry for about 5 minutes on all sides. Remove and drain on paper towels to absorb the excess oil.
  • Using a plantain press or a paper towel folded over, smash the plantains to about ½ inch thick.
  • Fry the now smashed plantains for 4-5 minutes in the same skillet until golden brown on both sides. Remove and drain on paper towels and season with salt. Enjoy!
  • Optional: To make the garlic mojo dipping sauce, whisk all the ingredients until combined in a small bowl. Serve with tostones. Enjoy!

Notes

You can transfer the oil to an airtight container and reuse it at a later time if you’d like.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 165kcalFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.1g
Keyword Appetizer, Cuban Tostones, Fried Plantains, gluten free, Tostones, Vegetarian
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