Tostones (Twice Fried Green Plantains) with Mayo-Ketchup Dipping Sauce
Tostones are a popular dish in many Latin American countries and are often served as a side dish or appetizer.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Tostones (Twice Fried Green Plantains) with Mayo-Ketchup Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
Instructions
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Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
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Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Fry the plantain slices in batches for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown.
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Remove the fried plantains from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
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Using a tostonera or the bottom of a glass, flatten each fried plantain slice.
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Return the flattened plantains to the skillet and fry them again for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are crispy and golden brown.
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Remove the tostones from the skillet and sprinkle them with salt.
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In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, garlic powder, paprika, and lime juice to make the dipping sauce.
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Serve the tostones with the mayo-ketchup dipping sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 1g2%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
