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Tostones AIP Paleo

Tostones

Tostones are slices of unripe plantains, fried, flattened, then fried again. They make for an awesome paleo, AIP & plant-based side to so many dishes. They're super easy to make and only require simple 3 ingredients!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: AIP, Paleo, Plant-Based
Servings: 2

Ingredients
 

  • 2 green or slightly yellow plantains, cut into 1-inch slices
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil, more if needed
  • Sea salt, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cover the bottom of a large frying pan with avocado oil. Heat at medium-high.
  • Add plantain slices and fry on both sides until golden (roughly 2-3 minutes per side).⁠ Season with salt.
  • Remove plantains from pan and gently smash between 2 pieces of parchment paper until flattened. You can use the bottom of a mug or plate to smash.
  • Add smashed plantains back to the pan (add more oil if needed) and fry again on both sides until golden brown (roughly 2 minutes per side).
Keyword avocado oil, gluten free, grain free, healthy side, plantains