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Tostones (Twice Fried Green Plantains) with Mayo-Ketchup Dipping Sauce

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"I love plantains and I craved these all the time when I was pregnant. They are great as a side dish or appetizer. After you smash them, but before you fry them the second time, you can put them in a resealable plastic bag and freeze them for later. There's no need to defrost them but be careful when you drop them in the hot oil. You can adjust the mayonnaise to ketchup ratio to your liking and add more or less garlic." — LatinaCook

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1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup ketchup
1 large clove garlic, pressed

3 cups canola oil for frying
2 green plantains, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
1 pinch garlic salt

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Directions

Combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, and garlic in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Fry plantain chunks until golden but not browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Allow the plantains to cool slightly, then smash each piece of plantain in a tostonero or with the bottom of a clean can. Fry the flattened plantains a second time until golden and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes more. Season with garlic salt.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 10 mins
READY IN 50 mins

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May 29, 2011

This is very popular in Puerto Rico. Goes very well with roast pork. Dipping sauce can also be made with pressed garlic and melted butter.

—Torres l

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Aug 25, 2011

Just like in my Puerto Rico!

—Pete

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9 Ratings

May 31, 2011

Just the way I remember them! Mayoketchup is the best!! Just like she said, find the balance between mayo and ketchup that will work best for you. I don't measure it, just add and test until it is right for me. I love garlic so I add lots of it. Thank you, LatinaCook!

—Sam

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Jun 03, 2011

These are pretty good, in my family we ate them with refried beans and a little cheese...but the mayoketchup is a quite nice turn, thank u :)

—smolina13

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May 16, 2012

Wow so delicious. The first time I made it perfectly. The second time I didn't have the oil hot enough. Make sure you do otherwise the oil soaks into the plantains and you've got nasty moosh.

—ange82

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Jun 05, 2012

This is fabulous! My Jamaican side is ashamed that I din't know about this recipe before! I've made it several times now. I'm completely addicted.

—eripooh

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Jan 24, 2013

Yes I luv them, as I'm Puerto Rican....Major side dish for me....uymmmmmm

—Chichi

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Jan 02, 2013

Where have these been all my life? I love them! My wife, who doesn't like the taste or texture of banana loved them too. I made a chipotle yogurt sauce for them, so I can comment on the Mayoketchup with these, but I do like it with french fries. Bravo!

—Clint

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Nutrition

Calories
484 kcal
24%

Carbohydrates
37.4 g
12%

Cholesterol
10 mg
3%

Fat
38.8 g
60%

Fiber
2.2 g
9%

Protein
2 g
4%

Sodium
577 mg
23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Tostones (Twice Fried Green Plantains) with Mayo-Ketchup Dipping Sauce

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 484
Calories from Fat: 349

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 38.8g 60 %
Saturated Fat 5.5g 28 %
Cholesterol 10mg 3 %
Sodium 577mg 23 %
Potassium 570mg 16 %
Total Carbohydrates 37.4g 12 %
Dietary Fiber 2.2g 9 %
Protein 2g 4 %
** Sugars 20.6g
Vitamin A 27 %
Vitamin C 36 %
Calcium 2 %
Iron 8 %
** Thiamin 8 %
Niacin 11 %
Vitamin B6 31 %
Magnesium 14 %
Folate 13 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.