Tostones (Fried Plantains)
Description
A Puerto Rican side, usually served with rice and beans in our family.
Ingredients
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2 cups vegetable oil for frying
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3 plantains, peeled and sliced into 1-inch pieces
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salt to taste
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garlic powder to taste
Directions
1
Heat the oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Place a few plantain slices in the oil, and cook until lightly golden in color, about three minutes. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining slices.
2
While the plantain slices are still warm, place them one at a time between two sheets of wax paper, and flatten by hand to 1/4 inch thick. Return flattened slices to the skillet, and continue frying until golden brown. Drain on paper towels, and season with salt and garlic powder.