Patacones (Fried Green Plantains)
Created by JostLori on February 6, 2014
- Servings: 5
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: 15m
- Recipe #12038
Ingredients
- 2 quarts oil (vegetable oil)
- 4 plantains (green, peeled and cut into 1-inch segments)
- Kosher salt
How to Make
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Step 1: Heat oil in a wok or Dutch oven until it registers 300°F on an instant read or deep-fry thermometer. Add plantains and cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
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Step 2: Line your cutting board with plastic wrap. Smash plantains under a plastic wrap-lined metal can or heavy skillet to roughly 1/8th to 1/4-inch thickness. Or, you can use a tortilla or patacón press.
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Step 3: Heat oil up to 350°F to 375°F and return plantains to pot. Cook, stirring and flipping occasionally until golden brown and crisp.
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Step 4: Transfer to a paper towel-line plate and immediately season with salt. Serve immediately with refried bean dip on the side.