Puerto Rican Tostones (Fried Plantains)

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 2

Puerto Rican Tostones - Delicious Fried Plantains for Your Next Meal

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	5 tablespoons oil for frying
	1 green plantain
	3 cups cold water
	salt to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-4

Calories

207

Sugar

Fat

14g

Puerto Rican tostones are a popular snack that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or side dish with your favorite meals. These fried plantains are a staple in Puerto Rican cuisine and are a delicious way to add some Latin flavor to your next meal. Tostones are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and are usually served hot with a side of dipping sauce. This dish is simple and easy to make, and can be personalized to your taste with various seasoning options.

Instructions

1.	Start by heating the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
2.	Slice the green plantain into 1-inch rounds and add them to the hot pan.
3.	Fry the plantains until they are golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
4.	Remove the plantains from the pan with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel to drain.
5.	Flatten each plantain round with a tostonera or a flat-bottomed object such as a plate.
6.	Add the flattened plantains back to the frying pan and fry them again until they are crispy and golden brown, about 1-2 minutes on each side.
7.	Sprinkle the tostones with salt to taste and serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

PROS

Puerto Rican tostones are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion.

They are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and have a unique flavor that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

CONS

Frying plantains can be messy and time-consuming, and the dish can be fairly high in calories and fat.

However, tostones are a great treat to enjoy in moderation as part of a healthy, balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Plantains are low in fat, high in fiber, and rich in vitamins and minerals such as potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin A.
They are also a good source of resistant starch, which may have beneficial effects on blood sugar control and digestive health.