Plantain Tostones

I love plantains but Paco does not...c'est la vie. Tostones (from the Spanish verb tostar which means "to toast") are a side dish that is popular in many Caribbean countries. The dish is made from sliced green plantains which are cut width-wise and are twice fried. Tostones are salted and eaten much like potato chips.

Plantain Tostones

(serves 3-4)

A) 2 green plantains

2 cups of water

2 tablespoons salt

B) Vegetable Oil for deep frying

1) Peel plantains and cut into diagonal slices 1 inch thick.

2) Soak plantains in water and salt for 15 minutes.

3) Dry off and fry for about 5-7 min.

4) Remove from pan and place on paper towels to drain.

 

5) Pound flat with your Tostonera or place in between two paper towels and pound flat with the palm of your hands.

6) Redip into the salt water and drain on paper towels.

7) Refry again until crisp and golden.

8) Remove and drain on paper towels again. Sprinkle lightly with salt and serve....so Yummy!!! 

Chalupa is enjoying this nice cool weather...we are both happy that summer is not so hot yet!