Puerto Rican Tostones (Twice-Fried Plantains)
Ingredients List
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1 green plantain
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5 tablespoons oil for frying
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3 cups cold water
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salt to taste
Cooking Instructions
Prepare all your ingredients before you start cooking.
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Peel the plantain and slice it into 1-inch thick rounds. Place 3 cups of cold water into a bowl.
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Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the plantain slices in a single layer and fry for about 3 1/2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the skillet from heat.
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Place the fried plantain slices onto a chopping board. Use a small plate to press down on each slice, flattening them gently.
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Submerge the plantain slices in cold water.
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Heat the oil in the skillet again over medium heat, then cook the plantain slices for 1 minute on each side.
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Season with salt to your liking and serve immediately.
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Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 136 | Calories |
| 3g | Fat |
| 29g | Carbs |
| 1g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
| Calories 136 | |
| % 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.
Evaluation :
5/5