Appetizer for 2
Garlic Tostones
Green plantain slices fry twice, flatten between cooks, and finish with a salty garlic water seasoning.
$9.78for 4 servings
$2.44 per serving$9.78 for 4
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- 25 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 2servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Plantains, yuca, taro$0.89 each typical | 2 | $1.78Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.08Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $4.89 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 2 plantains
- 1 1/2 cups oil for frying (optional)
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 cup water
- sea salt
Steps
- Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch slices.
- Heat the oil in a deep skillet to 350 F and fry the slices for 3 minutes per side.
- Flatten each plantain piece until thin and crackly at the edges.
- Stir the water, garlic, and salt together in a shallow bowl.
- Dip each flattened plantain briefly into the garlic water.
- Fry the plantains again at 350 F for 2 minutes per side, until crisp and golden.
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