Patacones with Hogao (Fried Plantains with Tomato-Onion Sauce)

Ingredients

• 2 large Green plantains
• 2 medium Tomato
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper

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 vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. 3Fry the plantain slices for 3-4 minutes per side, until lightly golden.
4. 4Remove the plantains from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
5. 5Using a plantain press or a flat surface, flatten each plantain slice.
6. 6Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry again for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
7. 7Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt.
8. 8To make the Hogao sauce: Dice tomatoes, onion, and garlic. Sauté in a pan with a little oil until softened.
9. 9Stir in chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper.
10. 10Serve the patacones topped with Hogao sauce.

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