Chatinos, tachinos or tostones

A simple and delicious recipe for tostones, the perfect side dish for any meal. With few ingredients and lots of flavor.

Tostones are a classic in Cuban cuisine, ideal to enjoy at any time, whether as a side dish or as an appetizer. Their preparation is quick and easy:

Chatinos, tachinos or tostones

Appetizers
1 hour
fried
4 Servings

Ingredients

Green plantains

Pork lard

Preparation

Step 1 : The plantain should be peeled and cut into pieces between 3-5 centimeters thick.

Step 2 : Then, put the pieces in a pan with warm fat and cook until they start to brown.

Step 3 : After that, allow them to cool and mash them with the same plantain peel or with a thick paper.

Step 4 : Just before serving, fry them again in hot fat and finally, sprinkle with salt before bringing to the table.

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