Patacones con Hogao (Fried Plantains with Tomato Sauce)

Ingredients

• 2 large Green plantains
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1/2 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
2. 2Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. 3Fry the plantain slices for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
4. 4Using a flat-bottomed object (such as a plate or plantain press), flatten each plantain slice.
5. 5Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry for another 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. 6Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Season with salt.
7. 7To make the hogao sauce, heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium heat.
8. 8Add the diced tomatoes, onion, and garlic. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and the sauce has thickened.
9. 9Stir in the chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper.
10. 10Serve the patacones topped with the hogao sauce.

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