Tostones with Avocado Crema
Crispy Tostones are a delicious, Whole30 and Paleo side dish for just about everything! Even better when dipped in a bit of this Avocado Crema!
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Cuban
Keyword: avocado crema, tostones
Servings: 2 servings
for the Tostones
- 2 green plantains
- 1/2 cup avocado oil – possibly more depending on size of plantains
for the Avocado Crema
- 1/2 cup compliant mayonnaise
- 1/2 ripe avocado
- 1 clove garlic - finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/2 lime - juiced
- kosher salt to taste
for the Tostones
Preheat a cast-iron or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Meanwhile, peel the plantains and cut into 1" discs on a bias.
Add 1/4 cup of oil to pan and carefully place plantain slices in hot oil. Fry 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer par-cooked plantains to a tray lined with paper towel. Using the bottom of a cup or ramekin, gently smash each of the plantains into discs.
Return the smashed plantains back to the oil and fry for an additional 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer fried tostones to the tray lined with paper towel and season with coarse sea salt. Serve immediately or keep warm in a 200F oven until ready to serve.