Peanut Free Basil Tostones
Crispy, golden, and finished with a bright garlic-lime drizzle, these tostones are the kind of snack that disappears fast. Green plantains get fried twice in coconut oil — the classic double-fry method that gives you that satisfying crunch on the outside while keeping the inside tender. A quick pan sauce of minced garlic, turmeric, and fresh lime juice gets poured right over the top, and a shower of thinly sliced basil adds an herby, aromatic finish that makes the whole thing feel a little unexpected in the best way. Every ingredient here is naturally free from peanuts and peanut-derived oils, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about what's hiding in a bottled sauce. The coconut oil does all the heavy lifting in the flavor department, and the combination of turmeric and lime gives these a gorgeous color and a zippy, savory kick. Serve them straight off the platter with extra lime wedges and watch them vanish before you've even sat down.
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4 servings
- 2 large green plantains
- ½ cup coconut oil
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Peel the plantains by cutting off both ends, scoring the skin lengthwise, and pulling it away. Cut each plantain crosswise into 1-inch rounds.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering and a plantain round sizzles immediately on contact. Add the plantain rounds in a single layer and fry for 3–4 minutes per side, until pale golden and just tender when pierced with a fork. Work in batches if needed to avoid crowding.
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