Crispy Air Fryer Tostones with Garlic Mojo Dipping Sauce
These twice-fried green plantain discs come out perfectly crispy and golden in the air fryer with a fraction of the oil. Served with a zesty garlic mojo sauce, they make an irresistible spring appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 large green plantains
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cut off both ends of the plantains and score the skin lengthwise. Peel the plantains and slice into 1-inch thick rounds.
Soak the plantain rounds in salted water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat completely dry with paper towels.
Brush both sides of the plantain rounds with olive oil and place in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until slightly softened and lightly golden.
Remove plantains and use the bottom of a flat glass or tostonera to smash each round to about 1/4-inch thickness.
Brush the flattened tostones with remaining olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.
Return to the air fryer and cook at 200°C (400°F) for 6-8 minutes, flipping once, until crispy and golden brown on both sides.
While tostones cook, prepare the mojo sauce by whisking together minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, cumin, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve tostones immediately while hot and crispy, with the garlic mojo sauce on the side for dipping.
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