Patacones

Name: Patacones
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Colombian
Ingredients: 4 medium green plantains; 2 cups vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp garlic salt

Twice-fried green plantain slices that are crispy on the outside and tender within. A beloved Colombian and Caribbean side dish.

25 minEasyServes 4210 cal/serving

ColombianSideStovetopVegetarian

Ingredients

4 medium green plantains
2 cups vegetable oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic salt

Instructions

1

Peel the 4 medium green plantains and cut into 1-inch thick rounds.
2

Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot or skillet to 375°F.
3

Fry 4 medium green plantains in batches for about 3-4 minutes until slightly softened but still firm.
4

Remove and drain on paper towels. Once cool enough to handle, press each slice flat using a green plantains press or the bottom of a glass.
5

Reheat 2 cups vegetable oil to 375°F and fry pressed green plantains again for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy on both sides.
6

Drain on paper towels and season immediately with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp garlic salt.
7

Serve hot as a side dish.

Questions

How long does Patacones keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Patacones?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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