Patacones, also known as tostones, are one of my favorite snacks from Costa Rica. No matter where you go in the country, you are likely to see these on the bar menu. Costa Rican Patacones are made with twice-fried plantain slices, often served with a variety of dips. Common patacones toppings might include fresh pico de Gallo salsa, guacamole, and mashed cumin-scented black beans.
4green plantainspeeled and sliced into 1-inch rounds
Oilfor frying
Saltto taste
Patacones Toppings:
Pico de Gallo salsa
Guacamole
Mashed cooked black beansseasoned with salt, cilantro and cumin
Instructions
Slice the plantains and place in a fry basket. Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Lay the fried plantains out on a bed of paper towels to drain.
Smash each piece into a thick, flat pancake about 1/4-inch tall.
Fry once again another 3-4 minutes until golden, then remove to a fresh bed of paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt and serve with your favorite accompaniments.