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

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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.

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What is Patacones?

Twice-fried green plantain slices that are crispy on the outside and tender within. A beloved Colombian and Caribbean side dish. This reference files it under Colombian side: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 25 minutes start to finish.

How hot should the oil be for Patacones?

For Patacones, the frying oil is held at 375 F (about 190 C) in step 2. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

How do I know when Patacones is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until slightly softened but still firm. Step 5: cook until golden and crispy on both sides.

How many calories are in Patacones?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 210 calories, with 1 g protein, 35 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 180 mg sodium.

How do I store and reheat Patacones?

Refrigerate what is left of Patacones within two hours and eat it 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.

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