Patacones al Ajillo - How to Make Fried Plantain Banana with Garlic Sauce - Patacones recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides similar flavor with a healthier fat profile.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity and flavor profile.

Peel the green plantains and cut them into thick slices.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.

Fry the plantain slices until golden, 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.

In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat and add minced garlic.

Sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.

Add the fried plantains to the garlic oil and toss to coat evenly.

Season with salt and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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