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How to make patacones (crispy fried green plantains)

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Tostones

Cultural Context

Tostones are a popular snack or side dish in Puerto Rican cuisine, made from green plantains that are twice-fried to achieve a crispy texture. They are often served with garlic sauce or as a side to various main dishes. This dish reflects the influence of African and Caribbean culinary traditions, showcasing the versatility of plantains in tropical regions.

Puerto RicanPRside
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 green plantains
1 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Zucchini is lower in calories and potatoes are more budget-friendly.

1

Fry plantains on both sides in hot vegetable oil.

2

Smash the fried plantains using a heavy wooden smasher or stone pestle in the pan.

3

Move the smashed plantains back to the hot oil to get crispy.

Cooking Techniques

fried

Equipment Needed

frying panpaper towelstostonera

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganvegetarianplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-freelow-carbpaleo

Also Known As

Fried Green PlantainsPatacones

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