Vegan Tostone Nachos from Noche & Tonya Anderson Interview

vegan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: shredded carrots

Nutritional yeast adds cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

Cut the green plantains into thick slices.

Heat oil in a deep pan until shimmering.

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

Remove the 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 per side.

Remove and drain on paper towels again, seasoning with salt immediately.

Prepare the walnut meat substitute by mixing walnuts, sun-dried tomatoes, and spices to create a crumble resembling ground beef.

Layer the crispy tostones on a serving platter.

Top with the walnut meat, diced jalapeños, and red onion.

Drizzle with lime juice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

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