Tostones Estilo Cubano Con Salsa De Mojo (cuban Style Tostones With Mojo Sauce)

Tostones Estilo Cubano con Salsa de Mojo (Cuban Style Tostones with Mojo Sauce) is a classic Cuban dish featuring crispy fried plantains served with a tangy and garlicky mojo sauce. This recipe is a perfect appetizer or side dish for any Cuban-inspired meal.

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Tostones Estilo Cubano Con Salsa De Mojo (cuban Style Tostones With Mojo Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 2 green plantains, peeled and cut into 1-inch slices
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the plantain slices and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  3. Using a tostonera or the bottom of a heavy glass, flatten the fried plantain slices to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  4. Return the flattened plantains to the skillet and fry for an additional 2-3 minutes on each side until crispy. Remove from the skillet and sprinkle with salt.
  5. To make the mojo sauce, heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  6. Stir in the orange juice, lime juice, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
  7. Serve the tostones with the mojo sauce on the side for dipping.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
0g
Protein
1g

Supplies

Large skillet Tostonera or heavy glass Small saucepan

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the tostones with mojo sauce alongside a traditional Cuban meal such as ropa vieja or arroz con pollo.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, sprinkle the fried plantains with a pinch of garlic powder before serving.

Cost

$8