The Patacón Pintón Is Made of Shredded Beef Inside Fried Plantains — Dining on a Dime Philadelphia

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Zucchini provides a similar texture with fewer carbs.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil offers a unique flavor and is healthier.

cooked meat

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken is leaner, while tuna is budget-friendly.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

Peel and slice green plantains into thick pieces.

Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat until hot.

Fry the plantain slices until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the fried plantains and drain on paper towels.

Flatten each fried plantain slice using a flat surface or a tostonera.

Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry again until crispy, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels again.

Sprinkle with salt while still hot.

Top with garlic, cheese, and your choice of cooked meat.

Add slices of avocado on top for garnish.

Drizzle with lime juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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