Butter Chicken Tostones

Butter Chicken Tostones are a fusion dish that combines the flavors of Indian butter chicken with the crispy texture of tostones, creating a delicious and unique fast food experience.

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Butter Chicken Tostones

Ingredients

  • 4 green plantains, peeled and sliced into 1-inch rounds
  • 1 cup cooked butter chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ginger paste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Fry the plantain rounds for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and flatten each round with a tostonera or the back of a heavy glass.
  3. Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry for an additional 2-3 minutes on each side until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the ginger and garlic paste, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add the shredded butter chicken, garam masala, chili powder, turmeric, and salt. Stir to combine and cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. Top each tostone with a spoonful of the butter chicken mixture and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Skillet Tostonera or heavy glass Pan Spatula

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Butter Chicken Tostones as a unique appetizer or main dish, accompanied by a side of cooling raita or a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free butter and coconut cream instead of heavy cream in the butter chicken mixture.

Cost

$15