Do you know what patacones are? They are delicious, fried plantains (relative of the banana) that are eaten as appetizers or side dishes all over Costa Rica. When you smash them and fry them, they taste like delicious chips but are technically better for you, so how bad can that be?
Patacones
Adapted from The Best Recipes: Costa Rica
Ingredients
3 green plantains
Salt
Vegetable oil, for frying
Directions
Cut the plantains into 3 parts; peel with a knife. Cut into 1 inch rounds.
Lightly fry in very hot oil, remove and gently flatten each slice (you can use the bottom of a glass), fry again until golden brown. Sprinkle with salt as soon as they are off the stove.
*Serve with ketchup (my choice, not the book's recommendation), refried beans, or guacamole.*
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