Twice Fried Plantains Recipes

Steps:

• Combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, and garlic in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
• Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Fry plantain chunks until golden but not browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Allow the plantains to cool slightly, then smash each piece of plantain in a tostonero or with the bottom of a clean can. Fry the flattened plantains a second time until golden and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes more. Season with garlic salt.

Steps:

• In a heavy pot, add enough oil to fill halfway. Heat until a deep-frying thermometer reads 350 degrees F or the handle of a wooden spoon begins to sizzle immediately when dipped in the oil.
• Add the plantains and fry until bright yellow and slightly golden brown, about 4 minutes. Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon to a sheet of parchment paper. Make sure all pieces are standing tall on the cut side, then place another sheet over the top. Using a small plate, glass or other flat item smash each piece into a 1/4-inch jagged circle.
• Place the plantain discs back in the oil and fry for 4 to 6 more minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Remove to a wire rack and sprinkle with salt.

Steps:

• Cut off the ends of the plantain, then use a small knife to cut a slit along their natural ridges.
• Pry the skin loose, using a knife if necessary, and then pull it off.
• Cut the plantains crosswise into 1" rounds.
• Place them in a bowl with the water, salt, and garlic for 30 minutes.
• In a medium sized pot, or frying pan heat the oil to 325 degrees.
• Drain the plantain slices and pat with a paper towels.
• Fry a few rounds at a time, turning them occasionally until golden, not brown, and tender when pierced with a knife, about 5 minutes.
• Drain the cooked slices on paper towels and allow them to cool for at least 1 minute.
• Place the fried slices one by one between two pieces of waxed paper on a cutting board.
• Gently press each slice with a mllet or rolling pin into rounds approximately 1/3" thick and 2" in diameter.
• When all the slices are pressed, heat oil to 375 degrees, then refry the slices until golden brown and crispy on the outside, tender on the insdie, about 3 minute Drain the rounds on paper towel and sprinkle with salt, enjoy!.