lunch · vegan · vegetarian · gluten-free · dairy-free
Patacones (twice-fried green plantains)
Smashed and double-fried green plantains with salt and hogao or guacamole—the Colombian side for everything.
- Time
- 30min
- Steps
- 5
Ingredients
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Method
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1
Fry plantain pieces at 160°C (325°F) until soft but pale, 5 minutes.
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2
Smash each piece flat with a press or the bottom of a plate.
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3
Dip briefly in salted water (optional, for extra crispness) and pat dry.
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4
Fry again at 190°C (375°F) until golden and crisp.
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5
Salt and serve hot with hogao or guacamole.
