Tostones

Name: Tostones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 3 dozen.
Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon garlic salt; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 6 green plantains, peeled and cut into 1-inch slices; Oil for deep-fat frying; SEASONING MIX:; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

My parents lived in Puerto Rico for two years while my Dad taught English. I grew up eating many dishes from there, but tostones have always been my favorite. I still make the fried snacks when I miss my family. —Leah Martin, Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania

Ingredients

3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
6 green plantains, peeled and cut into 1-inch slices
Oil for deep-fat frying
SEASONING MIX:
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the garlic, garlic salt and onion powder. Add plantains; cover with cold water. Soak for 30 minutes.
Drain plantains; place on paper towels and pat dry. In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Add plantains, a few at a time, and cook for 30-60 seconds or until lightly browned. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
Place plantain pieces between two sheets of aluminum foil. With the bottom of a glass, flatten to 1/2-in. thickness. Fry 2-3 minutes longer or until golden brown.
Combine seasoning mix ingredients; sprinkle tostones with seasoning mix.