Tostones with Mojo

Ingredients

• 3 large Green Plantains
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil
• 6 cloves Garlic
• 1/2 cup Orange Juice
• 1/4 cup Lime Juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

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

Instructions

1. 1Peel the plantains and cut them into 2.54 cm thick slices.
2. 2Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
3. 3Fry the plantain slices for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly golden.
4. 4Remove the plantains from the oil and drain on paper towels.
5. 5Smash each plantain slice using a tostonera (plantain press) or a flat-bottomed dish.
6. 6Return the smashed plantains to the hot oil and fry for another 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
7. 7Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt.
8. 8For the mojo: Mince the garlic. In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
9. 9Heat the mojo sauce over low heat for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
10. 10Serve the tostones hot with the mojo sauce.

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