Patacones de Colombia (Fried Plantains)

Description These are fried plantains that have been smashed and fried a second time. It is essential you use very ripe plantains. This recipe is straight from my Colombian mother-in-law. Enjoy! Ingredients ½ cup oil for frying 1 ripe plantain, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds 1 pinch salt Instructions Place a plate upside-down onto … Read more

Puerto Rican Tostones (Fried Plantains)

Description Crispy fried plantains. A plantain is a very firm banana. Serve as side dish with your meal or as appetizers. Ingredients 5 tablespoons oil for frying 1 green plantain 3 cups cold water salt to taste Instructions Peel plantain and cut into 1-inch slices. Fill a bowl with 3 cups cold water. Heat oil … Read more