Patacones with Guacamole (Gluten-Free)

Ingredients

• 2 large Green plantains
• 0 as needed Vegetable oil, for frying
• 2 ripe Avocados
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1/4 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 small Jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Peel the green plantains and cut them into 2.54 cm thick slices.
2. 2Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 162.8°C (160°C).
3. 3Fry the plantain slices for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until lightly golden. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4. 4Using a plantain press or a flat-bottomed object, flatten each plantain slice into a disc about 0.635 cm thick.
5. 5Increase the oil temperature to 190°C.
6. 6Fry the flattened plantains again for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt.
7. 7To make the guacamole: In a bowl, mash the avocados with lime juice. Stir in the red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using). Season with salt.
8. 8Serve the patacones with guacamole.

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