Cooking Times

15 min
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time

Ingredients (5 items)

4.00 large Green plantains
very firm
4.00 cups Vegetable oil
for frying
2.00 tsp Salt
to taste
4.00 cloves Garlic
minced
2.00 Lime
for serving

Instructions (9 steps)

1
Peel plantains and cut into 1-inch thick slices.
2
Heat oil to 350°F in deep pot.
3
Fry plantain slices until lightly golden, about 3 minutes.
3 minutes
4
Remove and drain on paper towels.
5
Flatten each slice with a tostonera or flat bottom of glass.
6
Return flattened plantains to hot oil.
7
Fry until crispy and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
3 minutes
8
Drain and season with salt while hot.
9
Optional: Rub with garlic and serve with lime wedges.