Patacones (Fried Plantain)

Patacones are a popular snack in many Latin American countries, especially in Colombia and Venezuela. They are often served with a variety of toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, or cheese.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 3.

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Patacones (Fried Plantain)

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Latin American Courses: Any, Appetizer Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 piece Green plantains
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
2. Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
3. Fry the plantain slices until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
4. Remove the fried plantains from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
5. Using a flat-bottomed cup or a tostonera, flatten each fried plantain slice.
6. Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry again until crispy and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
7. Remove the patacones from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
8. Sprinkle with salt and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 7g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.