Puerto Rican Tostones (Fried Plantains)

Crispy fried plantains. A plantain is a very firm banana. Serve as side dish with your meal or as appetizers.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 136 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• 3 cups cold water
• 5 tablespoons oil for frying
• 1 green plantain

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Peel the plantain and cut it into 1-inch chunks.

Step 2

Heat the oil in a large skillet. Place the plantains in the oil and fry on both sides,; approximately 3 1/2 minutes per side.

Step 3

Remove the plantains from the pan and flatten the plantains by placing a plate over the fried plantains and pressing down.

Step 4

Dip the plantains in water, then return them to the hot oil and fry 1 minute on each side. Salt to taste and serve immediately.