Dominican Republic Tostones Recipe

Tostones Recipe (Fried Green Plantains) Sophisticated …

WebJul 18, 2020 · Mix the 3 cups of water and salt together (just until the salt is dissolved). Place the thick rounds in the salt water for ½ hour or no less …

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1. Slice the ends off of the plantains. Make three vertical cuts along the length of the plantain, only making sure that you are cutting into the skin. Under cold running water, using your fingers or a butter knife (the tip of your knife works best) to remove the skins. With a sharp knife, cut each plantain into ¾-inch to 1-inch slices. Set aside.
2. Mix the 3 cups of water and salt together (just until the salt is dissolved). Place the thick rounds in the salt water for ½ hour or no less than 10 minutes.
3. In the meantime, prepare the Ajillo: Using a mortar and pestle, pound the salt and garlic together. Add in the cilantro and break it down until it's pasty. Once that's done, mix in the olive oil and adjust the salt to taste. Alternatively, you can use a food processor or finely chop the cilantro, grate the garlic, and mix everything together.
4. To make the Mayo Ketchup Sauce: In a small bowl, combine ketchup, mayonaisse, and garlic, and set aside (this will be good for up to 3 days, covered, in the refrigerator).

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Tostones [Recipe + Video] Green Fried Plantains

WebMay 1, 2024 · 1. Peel the plantains. Peel the plantains (see how to ), discard the ends of the plantain and cut the flesh into 1 inch [2.5 cm] thick slices. …

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Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) Host The Toast

WebMar 3, 2020 · Cut the plantains into pieces, about 1" thick. Fill a large, heavy-bottomed skillet about a third of the way with oil. Heat over …

1. Cut the ends off of each plantain, and use a knife to cut through the skin of the plantain, lengthwise, from top to bottom. Try to only to cut through the skin, as you don’t want to slice into the inner portion, which will form the tostones.
2. Use your fingers to pry open and peel off the tough outer skin. Discard the skin of the plantains.
3. Cut the plantains into pieces, about 1″ thick.
4. Fill a large, heavy-bottomed skillet about a third of the way with oil. Heat over medium for a few minutes to warm up the oil just slightly.

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How to Make Tostones (Only 3 ingredients!) Olivia's …

WebMay 24, 2021 · Step 3: Fry the tostones. Heat the oil and fry the plantain slices until they begin to soften and gain some color. Transfer plantains …

1. Start by slicing the plantains. Cut off the ends of each plantain and discard them. Use the tip of a paring knife to slit the peel lengthwise, then cut the plantain in half. Using your thumb (or a spoon), lift the edges of the peel to help loosen it from the plantain. Remove and discard the peel.
2. Once peeled, slice the plantains at an angle, into 1 to 1 ½-inch pieces.
3. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Working in batches if necessary, add the sliced plantains and fry for about 1 minute per side, or until they soften slightly and gain some color.
4. Remove them from the pan and, using a tostonera press or a flat bottomed ramekin (or glass), gently press each slice until about 1/4 inch thick.

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