Twice Fried Plantains

Twice fried plantains, also known as tostones, are a popular dish in many Caribbean and Latin American countries. They are made from green plantains and are typically served as a snack or accompaniment to a main meal. The double frying process gives them a crispy exterior and a soft, starchy interior.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 3.

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Twice Fried Plantains

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 piece Ripe plantains
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. Peel the plantains and cut them into diagonal slices.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
3. Fry the plantain slices until they are golden brown on both sides.
4. Remove the fried plantains from the pan and place them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
5. Using a flat object, such as a plate or a glass, gently flatten each fried plantain slice.
6. Return the flattened plantains to the frying pan and fry them again until they are crispy.
7. Remove from the pan, sprinkle with salt, and let them rest for 5 minutes.
8. Serve hot as a delicious appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Sugars 14g

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.