Try this: Irresistible Puerto Rican Tostones Recipe

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1green plantain

  • 5tablespoonsoil for frying

  • 3cupscold water

  • salt to taste

Cooking Directions

  1. Peel plantain and cut into 1-inch slices. Fill a bowl with 3 cups of cold water.

  2. Heat oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat; add plantain slices in an even layer and fry on both sides until golden brown, about 3 1/2 minutes per side. Set skillet aside.

  3. Transfer plantain slices to a chopping board; flatten each one by placing a small plate on top and pressing down. Dip plantain slices in cold water.

  4. Reheat oil in the skillet over medium heat; cook plantain slices for 1 minute on each side. Season to taste with salt and serve immediately.

    Melissa Goff

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe2
Calories136
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
3g
4%
Saturated Fat
1g
3%
Sodium
14mg
1%
Total Carbohydrate
29g
10%
Dietary Fiber
2g
8%
Total Sugars
13g
Protein
1g
2%
Vitamin C
17mg
18%
Calcium
13mg
1%
Iron
1mg
3%
Potassium
450mg
10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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