Colombian Patacones Recipe
Patacones are a Colombian staple made from twice-fried plantain slices, commonly served as a snack with dipping sauces or as a side dish alongside main meals.
Ingredients
- Green plantains (peeled and sliced) – 4
- Vegetable oil (for frying) – 2 cups
- Salt – to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the plantain slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
- Remove from oil and flatten each slice using a tostonera or the bottom of a glass.
- Fry the flattened plantains again until crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels, then sprinkle with salt.
Nutrition
Calories: 1242kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 2gFat: 109gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 3gSodium: 157mgFiber: 6gSugar: 34g
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