Cilantro-Lime Plantain Tostones

Total time35 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time20 min

4.8

(15)

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the tostones

2 large green plantains
½ cup coconut oil, plus more as needed
¾ tsp fine sea salt, divided

For the cilantro-lime drizzle

¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely grated
¼ tsp ground turmeric
⅛ tsp ground ginger

For serving

lime wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Whisk together the cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, grated garlic, turmeric, and ginger in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.
2
Melt the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and a plantain round sizzles immediately on contact.

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