Crispy Green Tostones

Ingredients

• Plantain

  2 large (approx. 500 g)

  $1.05

• Vegetable oil

  4 tbsp

  $0.18

• Garlic Powder

  1/2 tsp

  $0.03

• Salt

  1 tsp

  $0.00

• Lime

  1

  $0.40

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Preparation

1. 1

   Peel the green plantains and slice into thick 2-centimetre rounds.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a wide frying pan over medium heat.

3. 3

   Fry the plantain rounds for 2 to 3 minutes per side until lightly golden but tender inside.

4. 4

   Remove to a board and flatten gently using the bottom of a flat cup or press.

5. 5

   Return flattened discs to the hot oil and fry for 1 minute per side until delightfully crispy.

6. 6

   Drain briefly on paper towels, season immediately with salt and garlic powder, and serve warm with lime wedges.