Tostones con Mojo (Twice-Fried Plantains with Garlic Sauce)

Ingredients

• 2 large Green Plantains
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil
• 6 cloves Garlic
• 1/2 cup Sour Orange Juice (or Lime Juice)
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt

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

Instructions

1. 1Peel and slice the plantains into 2.54 cm thick rounds.
2. 2Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 175°C.
3. 3Fry the plantain slices for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly golden. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4. 4Using a tostonera or a flat surface, flatten each plantain slice.
5. 5Reheat the oil to 190°C.
6. 6Fry the flattened plantains again for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
7. 7For the mojo: Mince the garlic. Combine garlic, sour orange juice (or lime juice), olive oil, oregano, and salt in a bowl. Mix well.
8. 8Serve the tostones immediately with the mojo drizzled over them.

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