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.

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Prep Time

10M

Total Time

20M

Servings

2 servings

5 tablespoons oil for frying

1 green plantain

3 cups cold water

salt to taste

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

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.

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

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.

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