Tostones (Twice-Fried Green Plantains) with Mayo Ketchup Dipping Sauce

These tostones with dipping sauce feature crispy, twice-fried smashed plantain chunks and a simple, chilled dip of mayonnaise, ketchup, and garlic.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 484 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pinch garlic salt
• 1 large clove garlic, pressed
• 3 cups canola oil for frying
• 2 green plantains, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, and garlic in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Step 2

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Fry plantains in hot oil until golden but not browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Allow plantains to cool slightly.

Step 3

Smash each plantain in a tostonero or with the bottom of a clean can. Fry flattened plantains again in hot oil until golden and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes more. Season with garlic salt and serve with sauce.