Crispy Tostones with Garlic Mojo
Twice-fried plantain rounds crispy outside, creamy inside, finished with a bright garlic-lime mojo. Pure Cuban comfort in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
6 items — tap to check off
Missing one? Custrd suggests a swap that works.
Open the appInstructions
Step 1
Peel plantains: cut off ends, score skin lengthwise, peel back. Slice into 1-inch rounds.
Step 2
Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high until a plantain round sizzles instantly when dropped in.
Step 3
Working in batches, fry plantain rounds 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
Step 4
Let cool for 1 minute. Flatten each round between two paper towels using the bottom of a glass or skillet.
Step 5
Fry flattened rounds again, 1–2 minutes per side, until deep golden and crispy. Drain on fresh paper towels.
Step 6
Pound garlic with salt until paste forms. Stir in juice from lime. Drizzle mojo over hot tostones, garnish with cilantro if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- heavy-bottomed skillet or deep frying pan (12-inch minimum)
- paper towels
- slotted spoon or spider strainer
- mortar and pestle (or small bowl and fork)
- kitchen knife
- cutting board
Cook smarter
Get matched recipes for what’s in your fridge
Custrd is an iPhone and Android app that finds real recipes from the ingredients you already have. No more grocery-list aspirations. Try it free for 7 days.
