Twice-Fried Green Plantain Tostones with Garlic-Cilantro Mojo
Crisp, golden plantain disks served with a vibrant garlic-cilantro sauce, a classic Puerto Rican street food staple. This puerto rican-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs medium (about 1.5 lbs) Green plantains, for frying Vegetable oil, minced Garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 medium (about 1.5 lbs) Green plantains
- 2 cups for frying Vegetable oil
- 4, minced Garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Peel the green plantains and cut into 1-inch thick rounds. Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 375°F.
- Step 2: Fry plantain rounds in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and tender. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Step 3: Return plantains to skillet and fry again for 1-2 minutes until crisp. Drain on fresh paper towels.
- Step 4: Whisk together 4 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1/2 tsp salt to make the mojo sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Twice-Fried Green Plantain Tostones with Garlic-Cilantro Mojo take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Twice-Fried Green Plantain Tostones with Garlic-Cilantro Mojo?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep for frying vegetable oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Twice-Fried Green Plantain Tostones with Garlic-Cilantro Mojo?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Twice-Fried Green Plantain Tostones with Garlic-Cilantro Mojo for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Twice-Fried Green Plantain Tostones with Garlic-Cilantro Mojo vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Authentic and delicious. Made them for a gathering and everyone asked for the recipe.
- ★★★★★
My family, especially my kids, devoured these tostones! The garlic-cilantro mojo was the perfect finishing touch.
- ★★★★☆
The tostones were crispy and flavorful, but the recipe didn't account for how long it takes to get the plantains just right.
