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Crispy Plantain and Black Bean Tostones: A Must-Try Snack!

Crispy Plantain and Black Bean Tostones are a delicious and crunchy snack made from fried plantains topped with a flavorful black bean mixture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large green plantains
  • 1 can 15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Peel the plantains by cutting off the ends and making a lengthwise slit in the skin. Carefully remove the skin and slice the plantains into 1-inch thick pieces.
  2. In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the plantain slices in batches and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and slightly soft. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  3. Using the bottom of a glass or a flat surface, gently smash each fried plantain slice to about ½ inch thick.
  4. Return the smashed plantains to the hot oil and fry again for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are crispy and golden brown. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
  5. In a bowl, mix the black beans with cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mash slightly with a fork to combine.
  6. Top each crispy tostone with a spoonful of the black bean mixture and garnish with chopped cilantro.
  7. Serve warm with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tostones.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 300mgFiber: 8gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try adding diced avocado or a sprinkle of feta cheese on top of the black beans.
  • You can also experiment with different spices, such as chili powder or smoked paprika, to give the beans a unique twist.

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